A MAN is recovering following an early morning attack outside a post office.

The 42-year-old was leaving a post office, in Cleveland Street, Redcar, east Cleveland, at 9am yesterday, when he was pushed into an alleyway by two men.

He was jostled to the ground and his wallet, which contained cash and personal items, was stolen. He suffered shock and cuts to his hands.

Witnesses or anyone with information are asked to call Detective Constable Nick Owen on (01642) 302626.