Overview
- A 48-year-old man was attacked on April 18 in Middlesbrough, dragged from his mobility scooter, and knocked unconscious by suspects who fled the scene.
- The victim developed a short illness following the assault and was confirmed dead on May 12, according to Cleveland Police.
- The incident occurred on Deepdale Avenue near the Grassington Road junction, involving suspects who had exited a black BMW.
- Cleveland Police are urging witnesses or anyone with doorbell footage, CCTV, or dashcam evidence to come forward, quoting reference SE25069722.
- The case has heightened concerns about safety in the Cleveland police area, which records 128.5 offences per 1,000 residents, with locals reporting escalating gang activity.