The Nation Trust, which manages the estate, said the diseased trees in an area popular with walkers could pose a risk to the public.

Cleveland police say the driver, believed to have been in a white van, left the scene.

David Thompson-Love admitted murdering Maurice Bennett in Ormesby.

The council says it is carrying out resurfacing work to "restore an important junction".

A 28-year-old is apprehended by police after an alleged assault on two officers.