Two arrested and 'Class A drugs' seized after collision involving Audi and Nissan Juke closed road
Officers From Cleveland Police were called to a two-vehicle collision on Durham Lane in Eaglescliffe, close to the junction of Mayfield Crescent, at around 8.30pm on Saturday, July 5. The incident involved an Audi and a Nissan Juke.
Police say that there are not believed to be any serious injuries but the two occupants of the Audi were taken to hospital and were subsequently arrested. Officers also seized, what is believed to be, Class A drugs.
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A 28-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving, driving whilst disqualified, drink driving and possession with intent to supply Class A drugs.
A 24-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply Class A drugs. They both remain in police custody.
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