A MAN was threatened with a knife and robbed in the early hours of Boxing Day.

The 24-year-old was targeted near to St Chad's Church in Roseworth, Stockton at 3.30am.

He was approached by two men who threatened him with a knife, punched him in the face and then stole money from him.

The victim did not suffer any serious injuries.

  • Anyone with information regarding the robbery or of the men responsible is asked to contact DC Andrew Menzies from Cleveland Police on 101 quoting event number 234284. Crimestoppers anonymously can be contacted on 0800 555 111 or www.crimestoppers-uk.org