A 28-YEAR-OLD man was pushed to the ground and kicked by robbers who stole his cash in Hartlepool at 5.45pm on Wednesday, November 27.

The victim was walking along Grange Road when he was attacked.

A woman walking her dog shouted at the men who then grabbed the victim’s shopping bag and ran off.

The man was left with minor injuries to his wrist and shoulder. One of the men was in his late teens and a second other aged about 20.

A third man was with them but did not join in the attack. Call the police non-emergency number on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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AGGRAVATED BURGLARY: Robbers threatened two people at a house in Orpington Road, Middlesbrough at about 8.10pm on Wednesday, November 27. The pair were shaken, but were otherwise unhurt and the robbers escaped with cash. Police are not releasing more details at this time, but urged anyone with information to call 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.