Police launch an attempted murder investigation in South Shields

A man remains in a critical but stable condition in hospital after suffering a serious head injury in South Shields.

Police received a report of concern for the 54-year-old on Brabourne Street on Monday.

Two men have been arrested, including a 40-year-old on suspicion of attempted murder.

A Northumbria Police spokesperson said:

“Shortly before 4.15pm on Monday (February 13) police received a report of concern for a man on Brabourne Street in South Shields.

“Emergency services attended the scene and found a man – aged 54 – who had sustained a serious head injury. He was taken to hospital and remains there in a critical but stable condition.

“An investigation was launched and a 40-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, and 31-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent to commit grievous bodily harm. They have both since been released on police bail, pending further enquiries.

“While enquiries are at an early stage, officers believe those involved were known to each other and that there is no wider risk to the public. “A cordon is in place and an increased police presence remains in the area as officers carry out enquiries.

“Anyone with information is asked to contact police using the ‘Tell Us Something’ page on our website or by calling 101 quoting log NP-20230213-0861.”

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