A MAN is being questioned on suspicion of attempted murder following a vicious assault that left another man fighting for his life.

The 56-year-old victim was found with serious head injuries at a house in Rydal Street, Hartlepool at around 10.43pm on Friday night.

He was taken to James Cook University hospital where he is in a critical condition.

Police, who believe the attack may be linked to an earlier incident at St Oswalds Street in the town, made two arrests shortly after the attack.

A 42-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder while a 32-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of assault.

  • Enquiries are ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact Cleveland Police on non-emergency number 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800-555-111.