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A Teesside Lidl has closed its doors to customers after a coronavirus outbreak.
The supermarket at Cargo Fleet Lane in Middlesbrough closed its doors on Friday, shoppers said.
German retailers have now confirmed that staff members have tested positive for the virus, though how many are unknown.
However, the store remains closed this weekend due to low staffing levels, Lidl confirmed.
A spokeswoman said: “All supermarkets are currently operating in exceptional circumstances, and the safety of our colleagues and customers is essential to us.”
“We have been in contact with those members of our team who have tested positive for Covid-19, to offer our support and wish them a speedy recovery.
“We fully understand that this is a worrying and difficult time, not only for our own workforce but for the entire country.
“We have closely followed government advice during this period and have implemented strict measures in all our business areas to protect colleagues and clients.”
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Shoppers who contacted Teesside Live said they had been told that the supermarket, well used instead at the corner of Trunk Road and Cargo Fleet Lane, near Brambles Farm, would reopen on Monday.
But all Lidl could confirm was that it would reopen as soon as he could.
“All of our teams play a crucial role in continuing to feed communities across the country,” the spokesperson continued.
“Therefore, it is vitally important that we reopen the store as soon as we can, to ensure that households have access to the food and essential products they need.”
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On Thursday, the Middlesbrough Council confirmed that the TS3 ZIP code, home to the Lidl store, had a high death rate from coronavirus deaths.
NHS data showed that there may be an increased risk of infection and disease in the ZIP code area.
While it will be some time before all the factors are understood, the current figures show a high rate of patient deaths at James Cook University Hospital in the area.
The ZIP code covers several areas, including Berwick Hills, North Ormesby, Pallister Park, Brambles Farm, Thorntree, and Park End.
Those who live in the area have been receiving a reminder of the importance of following coronavirus blocking guidelines.
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