Man arrested after two pedestrians hit by car in late-night collision
It happened on Front Street, Chester-le-Street, at around 12.30am on August 5, leaving one person needing hospital treatment.
A man has been arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent.
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Hide AdDurham Police said officers were called to reports of a "collision" involving two pedestrians.
It was understood a man had earlier been asked to leave a pub in the town centre.
According to one local, bricks were thrown in an attempt to stop the vehicle.
A police spokeswoman said: "It is believed the driver of an Audi A3 drove onto the pavement and collided with the victims on Front Street.
"One of the victims, a man in his 40s, was taken to University Hospital of North Durham with leg injuries. He is now in a stable condition.
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Hide Ad"A 29-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of GBH with intent, he has since been released under investigation.
"Inquires are ongoing."