Two people have been arrested after five police officers were assaulted while responding to reports of an altercation.

Three officers from Cleveland Police were punched in the face and mouth, one was punched in the back and another was kicked.

They had been called to reports of an altercation in High Newham Court, Stockton, last night.

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Officers received the report at about 7.55pm on Wednesday, July 27 and attended the location in Stockton. 

During the incident, three Special Constables and two police officers from response policing were assaulted.

No one suffered serious injuries, a spokesperson for Cleveland Police said. They are being offered welfare support if they need it.

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A 30-year-old woman and a 24-year-old man have both been arrested on suspicion of affray and assault by beating of an emergency worker. Both remain in police custody at this time.

Chief Inspector Andy Liddell said: “It’s unacceptable that any of our officers are assaulted, particularly in the line of duty. We won’t tolerate this kind of behaviour and anyone who thinks it’s acceptable to carry out acts like this can fully expect to be arrested and dealt with appropriately.”

Enquiries are ongoing.

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