A WOMAN was grabbed by the hair and thrown to the floor before being robbed.

The 44-year-old was attacked in Ayresome Gardens Park in Middlesbrough at about 6.30pm on Saturday, February 11.

She was approached by the two men, who grabbed her hair before throwing her on the floor, snatching her bags and making off towards Crescent Road.

The bags contained a purse, money, keys and a mobile phone.

One of the men is described as being in his 20s, of Asian appearance, clean shaven and of medium build with black short hair and wearing a black Adidas tracksuit with white stripes.

The second man is described as white, of large build, with stubble and mousey brown hair, shaved at the side and wearing a dark jumper, dark jeans and a dark cap.

  • Any witnesses are asked to contact DC Brian Lightowler from Cleveland Police on the non-emergency number 101, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or www.crimestoppers-uk.org.