The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. inaccuracy or intrusion, then please He was in his late-fifties. Staff took safety precautions when the incident first broke out at around 8.40am on Friday. He was taken to hospital. One witness said: "God knows what would have happened if the door he was knocking on was answered.". A spokesperson for Cleveland Police confirmed that a man had been arrested for possession of an imitation firearm. This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network. Armed police and paramedics have descended on a Middlesbrough street. Published. Cleveland Police is linking the fight with weapons to an aggravated burglary earlier in the day. Landlord/tenant disputes. The residential street backs on to a play area and is near Parliament Road. A reporter at the scene was told that police are reportedly looking for a man with a knife. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Police were called to a primary school after a fight erupted, Credit: Incidents on Teesside & County Durham, Officers are still at the scene to reassure the public, The school reassured parents the children were safe. More: Crime news Police were scrambled to Berwick Hills Primary in Middlesbrough after the fight spilled onto school grounds. STEPHEN 'What sentimental tosh!' A 27-year-old man has been arrested after armed police responded to a reported hostage situation in Grangetown, Middlesbrough. The fight near the school is believed to be linked to an earlier incident at 06:40 BST, where an aggravated burglary was reported to have taken place at a property on Ellerby Green. Calls for service for loud noise, loud music, or party calls that are anonymous or have no victim. Early speculation was the incident was part of a number of exercises being carried out by Cleveland Police across Teesside today but officers at the scene said they were unaware if that was the case. No pupils were said to be at risk as the school was SIMON LAMBERT on how to fight back as banks sting borrowers but Can YOU guess the book? They had their guns up and I could see the laser on his front door ready to shoot.. Published. Pictures from the drama can be seen in the gallery below. Teams work closely with local authorities, organisations, partners and residents to decide policing priorities. A police spokesman said: Police were called at 11.07am today to Bangor Close, Grangetown, to a report of an individual in possession of a firearm and others present at the address. WebThe video will auto-play soon 8 Cancel Click to play Tap to play Get the latest breaking Teesside news and updates direct to your email inbox Invalid Email Something went wrong, please try again later. Cleveland Police said officers found a group of men in possession of "sharp objects" and made four arrests after attending Berwick Hills Primary School in Middlesbrough. Data returned from the Piano 'meterActive/meterExpired' callback event. We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused. These men remain in police custody at this time.'. 'On Monday, police liaison officers will be visiting school to offer reassurance and support to our children. Cleveland Police have been contacted for details about the nature of the incident. ". Armed police were dispatched to a primary school after a fight between men carrying weapons spilled onto the grounds. Pupils were kept inside with teachers reassuring parents on social media they were "safe". The school was placed on lockdown while officers rounded up all of the suspects, One man, who tried to subdue the suspects, suffered minor injuries according to police. 16. 18 May 2021. Loads of children were out playing at the time.". It is the second armed police operation in the area in less than a week. Local policing teams are groups of officers dedicated to serving the community. Cleveland Police said officers found a group of men in possession of "sharp objects" and made four arrests after attending Berwick Hills Primary School in Middlesbrough. A crowd gathered on Parliament Road at the junction of Costa Street while the activity took place. If you have a complaint about the editorial content which relates to Locals say the school was placed on "lockdown" after gun cops descended on the area this morning. Subscribe Thank you for subscribing We have more newsletters Show me See our privacy notice An armed response was sparked in Middlesbrough after Armed police were dispatched to a primary school after a fight between men carrying weapons spilled onto the grounds. More: Crime news A number of eyewitnesses reported seeing movement on a balcony on the top floor at around 2pm. Fourth man charged after Middlesbrough school armed fight. Cleveland Police said officers located a number of men in possession of 'sharp objects' and arrested six people. Tricky emoji quiz will put your knowledge of childhood classics to the test. Armed police have been called to a property in Middlesbrough . A school was locked down this morning after a number of people started brawling with weapons on its grounds. One witness at the scene said after a short time "they left in convoy", while another described his shock at coming home to find the street closed off. "I heard two women shouting 'he's there' and everyone's attention turned to a middle aged man of a slightly scruffy appearance who was making his way from the building [Broadcasting House] to the Green Tree pub opposite. 14 May 2021 A rmed police were called to a primary school after a fight between men armed with weapons spilled into the grounds. The force confirmed a male member of the public, who assisted police in detaining the men, suffered minor injuries. Any witnesses or anyone with further information is asked to contact 101, quoting incident number 076933. The entrance to the street from Parliament Road was blocked off by a Cleveland Police van while two other police vehicles parked further up Costa Street. He didn't struggle and there was no sign of him having a weapon. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. A 27-year-old man has been arrested after armed police responded to a reported hostage situation in Grangetown, Middlesbrough. Nick Ferrari At Breakfast is Leading Britain's Conversation. Listen to A primary school was put in lockdown after an armed fight spilled into its grounds. Landlord/tenant disputes. Read about our approach to external linking. Crime All the latest crime news from across Teesside including Middlesbrough, Stockton, Darlington and Hartlepool. Cleveland Police is linking the fight in the grounds of a primary school to an aggravated burglary. He said: "I was walking back from court to my office when I saw two police vehicles arriving. John said: "Some people came into the reception shouting 'lock the door, there's a man outside with a gun'. Headteacher Tessa Smith said: 'As soon as we became of aware of an incident in the vicinity of the school, our emergency response measures ensured the site was secured with immediate effect. 'Two other members of the public also reported a man attempting to steal their vehicles outside the school, but he was unsuccessful. A primary school was put in lockdown after an armed fight spilled into its grounds. No pupils were said to be at risk as the school was secured. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. WebYour local policing team. Oscar Cainer tells all. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. St. Louis, Missouri, police arrested a man on Monday who was allegedly captured on video executing a man in broad daylight. I'm a Feng Shui expert and these are the three things I will never allow in a bedroom. LBC Armed officers could be seen wearing helmets and carrying guns around the area. Crime All the latest crime news from across Teesside including Middlesbrough, Stockton, Darlington and Hartlepool. 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Teams work closely with local authorities, organisations, partners and residents to decide policing priorities. He seemed a bit oblivious to them at first. She said she was "worried" and "scared" about the incident as there were children playing outside in the street at the time. Officers with guns were seen outside the building on Roscoe Street in central Middlesbrough . He was taken to hospital. One person who helped police detain the yobs suffered minor injuries. Kayfee Hameed bravely intervened and help armed police in Middlesbrough today after a fight between men wielding weapons spilled into the grounds of Berwick Hills Primary School, Police arrested six men following a fight outsideBerwick Hills Primary School in Middlesbrough at 8.40am today, Police arrested six men following the fight. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Newsquest Media Group Ltd, Loudwater Mill, Station Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. Cleveland Police confirmed they were called to reports of an individual in possession of a firearm on Bangor Close, off Tawney Road. 'The children and staff have been truly magnificent today and we are very proud of you all. News. Send your story ideas to northeastandcumbria@bbc.co.uk. Officers were seen wearing gloves as they entered the building following the arrest shortly after 2pm. WebYour local policing team. Inside Frogmore Cottage: Plush home Harry and Meghan have been 'evicted' from by King Charles boasts a roomy Charles evicting Harry and Meghan is the act of a King putting his country first: REBECCA ENGLISH reveals A royal princess at Eton? Middlesbrough school armed fight suspects charged. Landlord/tenant disputes. Cleveland Police said officers found a group of men in possession of "sharp objects" and made four arrests after attending Berwick Hills Primary School in Middlesbrough. Cleveland Police said two members of the public attempted to assist officers in detaining the suspects. Police search allotment sheds for Constance Marten's missing baby. Armed police carry out 'ongoing investigation' on Costa Street. Officers stressed the incident had no connection to the school, Headteacher Tessa Smith said the school's emergency response measures 'ensured the site was secured with immediate effect', A police spokesman said: 'Officers can assure parents that the incident is not linked to the school and officers will remain in the area for some time to provide a high-visibility presence and reassurance to members of the public.'. "At least four officers pointed their guns at him. Something went wrong, please try again later. No pupils were said to be at risk as the school was One of these men suffered minor injuries and was transported to hospital, where he was later treated and released. 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