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It's been announced that crime levels in our area have fallen;

Police are appealing for information after a man was attacked in Redcar;

...and Cleveland Police will welcome thousands of Leeds United football fans for the Middlesbrough v Leeds match at The Riverside Stadium tonight.

It's been announced that crime levels in our area have fallen.

Total recorded crime has reduced by almost 9% in the Cleveland Police area whilst levels of theft from a person have seen a drop of 45% in the last 12 months compared to the previous year.

New figures show significant crime reductions when comparing the 12 months up to March 2024 to the 12 months ending March 2023.

Both total recorded crime and violent crime is down by 8.9%, personal robbery has dropped by 18% and burglary has reduced by 13.2%. Criminal damage has also seen a drop of 11.2%.

These reductions apply to all force areas, including Middlesbrough, Stockton, Hartlepool and Redcar and Cleveland.

Police are appealing for information after a man was attacked in Redcar.

It happened at around 9pm on Thursday on Edenhall Grove in the town when a male victim in a vehicle was assaulted by three unknown males.

The 33-year-old man sustained numerous injuries consistent with a bladed article and he sought hospital treatment.

His injuries are not currently believed to be life threatening.

Officers say that the only description they currently of have of the suspects is that they were all dressed in black clothing.

Anyone with information or CCTV, doorbell or dashcam footage is asked to contact Cleveland Police on the non-emergency number 101.

Cleveland Police will welcome thousands of Leeds United football fans for the Middlesbrough v Leeds match at The Riverside Stadium tonight.

Police and partner agencies have been working closely with Middlesbrough FC and Leeds United FC to plan for this large-scale event with the aim of ensuring that everyone has a safe and enjoyable time at the match.

This planning helps Cleveland Police and their partners to minimise disruption to members of the public and ensure that those attending the game can do so safely. 

People in Middlesbrough can expect to see a large police presence in the town centre and stadium area, with officers engaging with fans and members of the public to reassure our communities and support and direct fans arriving for the match and leaving after the game.

Officers are being supported by colleagues from Northumbria Police, British Transport Police, Durham Police, and volunteers from Cleveland Police’s Special Constabulary who will be deployed throughout the operation.