A 60-YEAR-OLD man was stabbed during an attempted robbery on Teesside today.

Police were called to Metcalfe, Kime & Co on Allensway, Thornaby, at around 4pm.

The man suffered a none life-threatening stab wound to the abdomen as well as a possible leg and wrist injuries. He was taken to James Cook University Hospital in Middlesbrough for treatment.

"Two males made off from the premises on foot and an extensive area search was conducted," said a spokeswoman for Cleveland Police.

"Three males aged 23, 22 and 20 have been arrested on suspicion of robbery and are currently in police custody.

"A motorbike without a registration plate was abandoned at the scene. Police would ask that anyone who may have witnessed the incident or anyone who may have seen this motorbike or may have any other information which may assist the enquiry to contact them 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."