AN ASSAULT on a busy road left a man injured and in need of hospital treatment last night.

Middlesbrough’s Parliament Road was cordoned off by police after the 38-year-old was reportedly attacked at around 7.30pm.

A 26-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent and is currently in custody.

A spokeswoman for Cleveland Police said enquiries into the alleged assault are ongoing as she appealed for witnesses to come forward.

  • Anyone with information should contact DC John Roberts on non-emergency number 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.