Boy, 7, injured in motorbike hit and run

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Cleveland Police said two people had been arrested

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A seven-year-old boy has been taken to hospital after a crash involving a motorbike.

Cleveland Police said the rider left the scene of the crash, which happened on Westminster Road, in Middlesbrough, at about 14:55 BST.

Two men, aged 19 and 21, have been arrested.

"The boy is currently in a stable condition whilst receiving treatment," a police spokesman said.

They added officers remained in the area and anyone with information or concerns should speak to them.

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