Overview
- A man allegedly tried to grab a child who was riding a bicycle on Grosvenor Street and was stopped by a member of the public, with the child reported unharmed.
- Cleveland Police arrested a 40-year-old white British man on suspicion of attempted kidnap and took him into custody for questioning.
- Detectives continue to investigate and are questioning the suspect while no formal charging or court action has been reported.
- Officers have asked anyone with information or footage to contact Cleveland Police via 101 or submit details online quoting reference 162346, or to call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
- Local neighbourhood officers are patrolling to reassure residents and the inquiry may prompt more CCTV checks and witness reports in the area as police seek to establish motive and circumstances.