Appeal after alleged incident at Redcar car boot sale

Author: Micky WelchPublished 23rd May 2022

Two females ( one 21 years and one a juvenile) are in custody following an alleged incident at a car boot sale at Redcar racecourse on Thrush Road this afternoon (Sunday 22nd May).

A woman reported that her 2-year-old child was walking next to a family member when two females approached her and tried to walk away with her. When challenged, they reportedly released the child and were detained.

Enquiries are on-going and police would appeal for any information regarding this alleged incident or regarding the females reported to be involved - especially in the period prior to 2.15pm.

Please contact Cleveland Police on the 101 number quoting ref 86878 or pass information anonymously to www.crimestoppers-uk.org or phone them on 0800 555 111.

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