A MAN has been arrested following a burglary at a village hall in Hartlepool.

Police were contacted yesterday morning, Sunday September 29, following reports of a burglary thought to have taken place overnight at Hart Village Hall.

Cleveland Police said a 32-year-old man has been arrested after a large number of items were allegedly stolen.

The items reported missing included a number of speakers, cabling, gazebos, alcohol and a lawnmower, thought to have been taken from a container at the hall.

Anyone with information who has not yet spoken to police is asked to contact Cleveland Police via the 101 number quoting Event 167933.