A TEENAGER is fighting for his life after a savage assault.

The 18-year-old was attacked at a house in Broughton Avenue, Easterside, Middlesbrough, at about 2.30pm yesterday.

He suffered a serious head injury and was critical but stable in James Cook University Hospital.

Detective Inspector Dave Lamplough, who is leading the investigation, said: "There was a disturbance during which there are known to have been a number of witnesses.

"I would appeal to anyone who has any information regarding the attack to contact Police, in particular a male, believed to have been driving a silver motor vehicle, who gave first aid to the victim."

Anyone with information should contact police on 01642-303126.

A 24-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.