A man was forced into a black BMW, left with minor injuries, and was driven to Wingate in County Durham.

The incident occurred on Tuesday, July 25 on Park Avenue, Coxhoe, at around 7:30pm.

Police are now appealing to the public to come forward with any information on the incident.

A spokesperson for Durham Police said: “Police are appealing for witnesses following an incident Park Avenue, Coxhoe, at about 7.30pm, on Tuesday, July 25.

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“A man was forced into a black BMW with five men before being driven in the direction of Kelloe against his will before he was left in Wingate a short time later.

“Detectives investigating the incident would like to reassure the community that they believe this was an isolated incident and that those involved are known to each other.

“The man suffered minor hand injuries which did not require hospital treatment.

“Anyone with any information is asked to call Durham Constabulary on 101, quoting incident reference 455 of July 25.”