A suspected drug driver was arrested after a two-car crash outside a busy Teesside hospital.

Emergency services were called to Marton Road, just outside the James Cook University Hospital, on Thursday (October 10) following a crash around 6.15pm. 

Following the incident - which involved a white Mercedes and a grey Audi - officers arrested a 22-year-old man on suspicion of dangerous driving, drug driving and attempted section 18 assault.

Cleveland Police confirmed he remains in police custody - and is now appealing for anyone with dashcam footage to get in touch. 

The force said: "Officers are appealing for information and any relevant dash cam footage following a two-vehicle collision in Middlesbrough.

"The collision occurred on Marton Road in Middlesbrough outside James Cook Hospital at around 6.15pm on Thursday 10th October and involved a white Mercedes and a grey Audi.

"Thankfully no one was injured in the collision.

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"A 22-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving, drug driving and attempted section 18 assault. He currently remains in police custody.

"Officers are urging anyone with information or dash cam footage, to contact Cleveland Police via the 101 number, quoting reference number 194839.

"Footage can be uploaded here: https://orlo.uk/57BXO"