FOUR men have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man was found by paramedics seriously injured.

The victim, believed to be in his 30s, was pronouced dead at an address on Eston High Street at around 8.30pm on Boxing Day, Wednesday night.

A Cleveland Police spokeswoman said: "Four men, aged 29, 30, 32 and 38, have been arrested on suspicion of murder and are currently in police custody.

"The man has not yet been formally identified and while we understand residents may feel concerned by this incident, we do not believe there is any risk to the wider public at this time.

"Officers will remain in the area providing a reassuring presence and continuing inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the man’s death.

"We would ask anyone who may have seen or heard anything suspicious in the area yesterday afternoon or evening to contact Cleveland Police in complete confidence via the 101 number. Please quote event 234687."

Information can also be passed anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or www.crimestoppers-uk.org