Teenager assaulted by 'large group' of men

Worcester Street lined with red brick terrace houses and cars to the left. A large red brick primary school can be seen to the right.Image source, Google
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The 17-year-old was assaulted on Worcester Street on Sunday evening

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A teenage boy was left unconscious after being assaulted by a large group of men, police say.

The 17-year-old was found in Worcester Street, Middlesbrough, at about 17:43 BST on Sunday.

Cleveland Police said the teenager had been assaulted by a "large group of unknown males" and inquiries were ongoing.

He was taken to hospital and his injuries have been described as "non life-threatening".

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