TWO teenagers mugged a salesman on Tuesday evening, knocking him to the ground and stealing his wallet.

The man, who was carrying a large dark blue shoulder bag was putting money into his wallet as he walked along Kilton Lane, Brotton, east Cleveland, towards the High Street, when the pair struck at 6.20pm.

Police said both ran off towards Alfred Road, leaving the victim with slight injuries.

One was described as 16 to 18 years old, between 5ft 6in and 5ft 8in and was wearing a blue Kickers sweatshirt and black tracksuit bottoms.

He had short dark hair and his left eyebrow was pierced. His accomplice was of similar age and height, with fair hair.

He was wearing a white top and scruffy jeans and white baseball cap. He also wore a pair of distinctive orange trainers.

Anyone with information about the robbery is urged to contact Redcar police on (01642) 302626.