Teen taken to hospital after reports of shots fired in Middlesborough

Police are appealing for help to find the people involved

Author: Abi SimpsonPublished 27th Oct 2025

Police were called to flats in the Scholars Rise area of Middlesbrough around 11:10pm on Sunday evening, where a firearm is believed to have been discharged and suspects made off from the scene, possibly on off-road bikes.

An 18-year-old man suffered injuries to his leg and was taken to hospital for treatment.

Enquiries are being carried out to identify those responsible, and police will continue to maintain a highly visible presence in the area over the coming days to help offer reassurance to the local community.

They're urging anyone with concerns or information regarding the incident to contact Cleveland Police on 101 quoting reference number 206101, or approach officers directly.

Crimestoppers can also be contacted anonymously online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling 0800 555 111.

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