762 police officers attacked last year across Teesside
Cleveland Police says they'll never tolerate assaults
We can reveal 762 police officers have been attacked in the last year across Teesside.
Assaults without injury make up the majority of that number with 78 percent, meaning many of those on the frontline face verbal abuse like being sworn at.
Cleveland Police’s Assistant Chief Constable, Dave Sutherland said: “Unfortunately as we’ve seen in just a few days, assaults on police officers are common.
“Worryingly we see them sworn at, spat at and physically and violently assaulted on an almost daily basis.
“This is completely unacceptable, and we will never tolerate assaults on our officers and staff who are simply doing their job; tackling criminals and keeping people safe.
“We always offer appropriate support to anyone affected, while doing all we can to bring perpetrators before the courts.
“I hope the fact that we’ve seen these custodial sentences issued will make anyone tempted to offer violence towards police think again.”
Cleveland Police stats
There has been a total of 762 offences reported during the period 1st January 2025 to 31st December 2025, a decrease of 120 offences (-14%) on the 2024 period.
Assaults without injury on a constable make up the majority (595/78%) followed by assaults with injury on a constable (155/20%).
43% of assaults against police/staff occurred in Middlesbrough followed by 24% in Stockton.
6% were hate crimes, mainly involving racial abuse to officers.
85% of victims are constables.
9% of offences occurred within Night time economy areas and time frames.
62% of offences resulted in positive outcomes.