The Latest Breaking News from Cleveland Police

Family of boy, 13, found dead after river search thank emergency services

Mylo Capilla was last seen going into the River Tees on Thursday and his body was found the following day.

Evening Standard · Jun 30, 2025

Killer jailed after double jeopardy law change denied move to open prison

The Parole Board recommended William Dunlop be moved but Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood blocked the transfer.

Evening Standard · Apr 3, 2025

Human remains found at recycling plant in Hartlepool

Cleveland Police described the investigation as ‘extremely complex and sensitive’

The Independent UK · Apr 2, 2025

Killer said he ‘hated’ victim’s family for campaigning against his release

Professionals have recommended double jeopardy killer Billy Dunlop be moved to an open prison.

Evening Standard · Dec 16, 2024

Force chiefs dismiss claims of two-tier policing in wake of summer riots

Four chief constables gave evidence to MPs on Tuesday.

The Independent UK · Dec 10, 2024

Thousands more illegal drugs phone lines running in UK – police figures

Officers have also reported an increase in social media accounts offering drugs for sale.

Evening Standard · Nov 5, 2024

Police appeal over missing mother and son eight years after they went to France

Sarah Sisson and Harvey Belshaw have not been in contact with family and friends since October 2016.

The Independent UK · Oct 24, 2024

Child, 11, among youngest to be arrested over UK riots, police say

He was one of 14 people arrested by police in morning raids on Wednesday

Evening Standard · Aug 28, 2024

Child, 11, arrested over violent disorder at Middlesbrough riots

Over 110 arrested over riots in Hartlepool and Middlesbrough

The Independent UK · Aug 28, 2024

Boy, 11, arrested on suspicion of arson after police vehicle set alight in Hartlepool riot as seven charged

Police attacked with missiles, glass bottles and egg during violent scenes in town following Southport stabbings

The Independent UK · Aug 2, 2024