A man and a woman have been arrested on suspicion of drug dealing with help from a police dog.

Middlesbrough Neighbourhood Policing Team, assisted by Police Dog Harper, have arrested a 46-year-old man and a 40-year-old woman on suspicion of drug supply offences.

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Officers responded to reports of drug dealing at the alley gates on Maple Street, Central ward.

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Suspected heroin and amphetamine, alongside cash, phones and paraphernalia were recovered.

Both were taken into custody for questioning while enquiries continue.

Anyone who has information regarding drugs or crime in the area can contact Cleveland Police on 101, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org