A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of seven offences in Redcar.

A man aged 29 has been arrested on suspicion of seven offences following an incident in Redcar yesterday morning, (Tuesday, September 22).

Officers received a report that a man was reportedly driving a silver Seat Ibiza dangerously in the area.

Officers attended the scene and the driver of the vehicle reportedly rammed into a police vehicle several times and then assaulted a police officer whilst he was being arrested.

The man has been arrested on suspicion of:

• Driving without seatbelt

• Driving without insurance

• Possessing an offensive weapon in a public place

• Assault with intent to resist arrest

• Driving dangerously

• Driving whilst disqualified

• Driving under the influence of drugs

Police searched the vehicle following the arrest and a weapon was recovered from the car.

The man currently remains in custody whilst enquiries continue.