Dispersal order in place in Stockton

Following reports of several incidents of a violent nature in the Hardwick area in Stockton over the last few days, a dispersal order is in place until 4.05pm today (Wednesday 2nd April.)

This area covered is around Harrowgate Lane and Tithe Barn Road and around the hospital. Please see the area shown on the map.

Officers will be patrolling Hardwick during this time, and anyone not complying with the order will be directed to leave this area.

Please call 101 with any concerns or speak to the patrolling officers.

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