Boys arrested over brick attack on Hemlington couple's home

The attack happened at the home in Dallas Court

Three teenagers have been arrested after bricks were hurled at a house in Middlesbrough, injuring an elderly man.

The 79-year-old was briefly knocked out while his wife, 95, narrowly avoided being hurt after a second brick was thrown through a window.

The attack happened in Hemlington on 30 October - on what is locally known as "mischief night".

The boys, aged 13, 14 and 15, were arrested on suspicion of assault, Cleveland Police said.

All three have been released while inquiries continue.

Speaking to BBC Tees, the injured man's wife said she had been left feeling "like a prisoner" in her own home.

The couple's daughter said her parents had been "deeply affected" by the events.

"I am frightened for them because their life as they have known it has changed dramatically," she said.

Cleveland Police said the couple had been "looking forward" to giving out sweets to local children for Halloween, but the attack had ruined it.

A dispersal order had been in place at the time, allowing officers to force people to leave the area if they were being disruptive.