The police have announced that a man remains in custody after a raid on a North East road in search of firearms.

No firearms were found in the search but the 34-year-old man is being questioned on suspicion of possession of a Class C drug and on suspicion of possession of ammunition.

Properties on West View Road in Hartlepool were subject to a mass evacuation before midnight on Monday (May 27) following reports of an incident.

Police evacuated multiple homes and have thanked the public for their co-operation.

The exact circumstances of the incident are not yet known.

A Cleveland Police spokesperson said: "A 34-year-old man remains in custody being questioned on suspicion of possession of a Class C drug and on suspicion of possession of ammunition (shotgun cartridges).

"An address on West View Road, Hartlepool, was searched as part of enquiries and neighbours evacuated as a precaution however no firearms were discovered inside the address and no further risk was identified therefore all residents returned home this morning.

"We would like to thank the community for their understanding and co-operation whilst enquiries continue."

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The police previously said: "We are currently dealing with an ongoing incident on West View Road in Hartlepool.

"A small number of properties have been evacuated and some residents have been allowed to return to their homes.

"Officers will remain at the scene whilst the incident is dealt with and we’d like to thank all those affected for their co-operation and patience."