ATTACK: Rugby Street, in Hartlepool Picture: Google Street View
A MAN has sustained injuries after being attacked in a residential area of Hartlepool.
Cleveland Police officers said the incident happened close to terraced housing in the Rubgy Street area, shortly before 7.30pm.
A police spokesman said: "The man’s injuries are not currently believed to be life-threatening and officers remain on scene to conduct inquiries into the circumstances behind this incident."
Anyone with information is asked to contact Cleveland Police on 101 in confidence.
Information can also be passed anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers via their website at www.crimestoppers-uk.org or by phoning 0800-555-111.
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