Billingham Pub Shuts as Police Investigate Two Separate Sexual Offence Reports..
Two Arrests in Separate Sexual Offence Investigations as Billingham Pub Closes
11th November 2026
A Billingham pub has temporarily closed after two separate reports of sexual offences, with one man charged with rape and a second arrested on suspicion of sexual assault.
The Swan, on Wolviston Road, remains temporarily closed while Cleveland Police investigate the reported incidents and enquiries are carried out by the brewery.
Jack Briggs, 25, of Throston Grange Lane, Hartlepool, was arrested at the pub on Friday, November 6th, and subsequently charged with rape.
He appeared before Teesside Magistrates’ Court on Monday, November 9th, where he was remanded in custody. His case has been sent to Teesside Crown Court, where he is due to appear on November 12th.
In a separate investigation, police have also confirmed that a 24-year-old man was arrested on Tuesday morning on suspicion of sexual assault. He has since been released on bail while enquiries continue.
Anyone who has information or concerns, is asked to contact Cleveland Police on 101, quoting reference 222160.
