POLICE were called to reports of an incident in Maxwell Road, Hartlepool, just before 4.15am on Tuesday.
A 21-year-old man was found with serious injuries to both legs. He was taken to James Cook University Hospital where he remains, receiving treatment.
Four people have been arrested in connection with the alleged incident – three men aged 29, 47 and 27 and a 23-year-old woman.
They remain in custody awaiting questioning. Inquiries are ongoing, with officers remaining at the scene on Tuesday.
Maxwell Road was closed both ways between Owton Manor Lane and Moffat Road and was expected to remain shut for some time.
- Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Cleveland Police on 101, or pass information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers via their website at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
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