A bin man was injured in a car crash whilst at work in Middlesbrough, and now police are appealing to the public for more information to help with their enquiries.

Whilst working to collect bins on Whinney Banks Road, in Middlesbrough, the man, 44, was hit by a Toyota Auris. His leg broke in two places, and he was rushed to hospital for treatment. 

A spokesperson from Cleveland Police said: "Police are appealing for information after a refuse worker was injured whilst collecting bins on Whinney Banks Road in Middlesbrough. 

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"The incident happened at 12.30pm at the junction between Whinney Banks Road and Newbury Street in Middlesbrough, with a collision between the man and a Toyota Auris.

"The 44-year-old man was taken to James Cook University Hospital where he was treated for two breaks to his left leg and a suspected fracture to his ribs.

"Anyone who witnessed the incident, or who has CCTV or dashcam footage of the incident is asked to call 101 quoting SE24027623."