A child remains in hospital following a collision in central Middlesbrough on Sunday afternoon that left a three-year-old with serious injuries.
Incident and police response
Cleveland Police say the collision happened shortly before 4.15pm on Sunday 2 August at the junction of Byelands Street and Newstead Road. Officers reported that the vehicle involved had been travelling eastbound on Newstead Road from Clairville Road when the incident occurred.
A female child was taken to hospital where she is continuing to receive treatment for significant injuries. A 36-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with the collision and is currently being questioned while enquiries are ongoing.
“We are appealing for anyone who was in the area at the time and who saw a grey MG car or who witnessed (or caught relevant footage of) the collision itself to contact Cleveland Police on the 101 number. Please quote ref 081662.”
What the police are asking of the public
Investigating officers are seeking information from motorists, pedestrians and residents who were in the vicinity around the time of the collision. In particular, police have asked for anyone who saw a grey MG in the area, or who has dash-cam, doorbell or mobile phone footage of the collision, to come forward.
- Report sightings or relevant footage to Cleveland Police on 101.
- Quote incident reference 081662 when providing information.
- If you are a witness, avoid sharing unverified images on social media that might affect the investigation or the family.
Local impact and context
The collision occurred close to residential streets and near routes used by parents and children travelling to nearby amenities. Incidents of this nature raise immediate concerns in local communities about road safety and driver awareness, particularly at junctions used by pedestrians. While enquiries continue, the arrest indicates investigators are treating the matter seriously as they establish the circumstances leading to the collision.
Police collision investigations typically include statements from witnesses, examination of vehicle damage, analysis of any available footage and forensic checks. The co-operation of anyone with information is often vital to clarifying events and supporting prosecutorial decisions where appropriate.
How residents can help
If you were in the area at the time, check any dash-cam, house doorbell or phone footage for timestamps around 4.15pm on 2 August. Even short clips can provide crucial evidence. Contact Cleveland Police on 101 and quote the reference 081662. If you prefer to remain anonymous, Crimestoppers provides a separate route for reporting.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date and time | Shortly before 4.15pm, Sunday 2 August |
| Location | Byelands Street at junction with Newstead Road, Middlesbrough |
| Victim | Three-year-old girl, hospitalised with serious injuries |
| Vehicle description | Grey MG |
| Arrest | 36-year-old woman arrested and being questioned |
| Police contact | Cleveland Police, 101 — quote ref 081662 |
The family of the child and the wider community will be awaiting further information from police as the investigation progresses. Anyone with information is urged to come forward to assist detectives in building a clear picture of what happened.
We will update this report as more confirmed information becomes available from official sources.
