A MAN stabbed during an attempted robbery on Teesside has been released from hospital.

Police are continuing to appeal for witnesses to the incident which took place at around 4pm yesterday at Metcalfe, Kime & Co on Allensway in Thornaby.

Man, 60 stabbed during attempted robbery

"A 60-year-old man who received a none life threatening stab wound to the abdomen has since been released from hospital," said a spokeswoman for Cleveland Police.

"A motorbike which was missing a registration plate was abandoned at the scene and two males made off on foot. An extensive area search was carried out with assistance from air support and dog section.

"Three men aged 23, 22 and 20 were arrested on suspicion of robbery. They have now been released on bail pending further enquiries."

Any witnesses or anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact Detective Sergeant Amy Campbell from the Major Crime Team on the non-emergency number 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.