AN e-fit of a teenager has been released by police to catch a robber who attacked a man with an iron bar.

The 38-year-old victim was in the rear alleyway of Thursby Drive, Ormesby, Middlesbrough, at 8.45am on Thursday, December 2, when he was attacked from behind by two youths, who tried to steal his bike.

One struck the man with the bar, but he held on to his bike. He was then kicked in the head before he lost his grip.

One of the attackers was a white male, aged about 17, slim, with short fair hair. He wore a scruffy white tracksuit with blue stripes.

Anyone with information is asked to call (01642) 326 326.