Overview
- The man was found with serious injuries in the back lane behind Woods Terrace, and he remains in a critical condition in hospital after officers were called on Saturday.
- Emergency services attended the scene with the Great North Air Ambulance Service activating its critical care team at 1:17pm and arriving at 1:28pm while North East Ambulance Service crews conveyed the patient to hospital.
- Durham Police launched a suspected-assault investigation and confirmed two people have been arrested in connection with the incident and remain in custody.
- Officers have asked anyone with information to contact Durham Police on 101 quoting crime reference CRI00690607 or to provide anonymous tips to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
- No identities or charges have been released and enquiries are ongoing, with the force saying it will provide further updates as their investigation progresses.