POLICE have released an image of a man they would like to speak to in connection with an alleged knifepoint robbery.

Officers from Cleveland Police say the man may be able to help them with the investigation following the incident in Stockton on October 16.

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The robbery at Flavours Pizza Shop, Yarm Lane, Stockton was reported at around 8pm on Saturday, October 16.

A report was made of two men approaching the pizza shop, a police spokeperson said.

They added: "One of the men was said to have then entered the premises, brandishing a knife and threatened the owner of the shop before making off in the direction of Rose Street.

"Since the time of the report, detectives have explored a number of lines of enquiry.

"Police are now in a position to share this image as they hope the man may be able to assist officers with their ongoing enquiries.

"The image is poor quality but officers believe the man himself, or his friends and family, would recognise the face."

Anyone who can provide information is asked to call 101, reference 176114.

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