Overview

• A 31-year-old man was arrested Wednesday on suspicion of affray and possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life after a shot was fired during an early-morning altercation.
• Cleveland Police have maintained a cordon around Byelands Street and neighbouring roads while crime scene investigators and Matrix officers carry out detailed searches.
• A 38-year-old man injured by a slash wound in the incident remains hospitalised and is in custody for alleged affray and possession of an offensive weapon.
• High-visibility patrols have been deployed following reports from residents of shouting and visible blood near the scene.
• Officers say they do not believe there is any wider public risk and continue to appeal for witnesses to contact Cleveland Police with information.