Masked Thugs Slash Man on Stockton High Street

Cleveland Police are hunting two masked attackers after a violent assault left a man slashed across the face on Stockton High Street.

Brutal Evening Attack Near Wellington Square

The terrifying incident unfolded around 5.50pm on Sunday, January 7. A 36-year-old man was set upon by two men wearing masks—one dressed in a blue top, the other in black.

The victim suffered serious slash wounds to his face. Emergency crews rushed him to University Hospital of North Tees where he remains under treatment.

Police Urge Witnesses to Speak Up

Cops are pleading for anyone with information to come forward. Witnesses can call 101 and quote crime reference 003942.

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