Man shot in head during street fight
The fight broke out on Northcote Street and Bowesfield Lane, early on Wednesday
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A man was shot in the head with what is believed to be an air rifle after a fight in Stockton.
The brawl broke out just before 02:00 GMT on Bowesfield Lane and Northcote Street, and involved "males with weapons", Cleveland Police said.
The 31-year-old was taken to hospital although his injuries are not thought to be serious.
A total of 10 people, aged between 17 and 50, were arrested on suspicion of various offences and they remain in custody.
Among those held included a 31-year-old man on suspicion of possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence, and assault by beating of an emergency worker.
Police are appealing for witnesses.
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