Cleveland Police is appealing for information and any witnesses following a suspicious incident in Middlesbrough.

It was reported that a man was pushed into a grey van by a number of males on Fordyce Road, Middlesbrough, at around 4.25pm on Thursday 21st March.

Officers have since confirmed the man is safe and well. Two men, aged 19 and 33, have been arrested in connection with the incident and are currently in police custody.

Any witnesses or anyone who has any dashcam or CCTV that may assist police is asked to contact DC Yasmeen Hussain at Middlesbrough CID on 101, quoting reference number 051545.

Independent charity Crimestoppers can also be contacted anonymously online at or by phone on 0800 555 111.