Update: Attempted armed robbery, Hervey Bay
Police investigating the attempted armed robbery of a Hervey Bay convenience store yesterday afternoon have released images of a man who may be able to assist with inquiries.
Around 1.10pm, a man armed with a knife entered the Doolong Street store before making demands for cash.
The male shop attendant refused and the man fled from the store empty-handed.
No-one was injured during the incident.
The man is described as Caucasian in appearance, aged in his mid-twenties to mid-thirties, approximately 180cm tall with a slim build, black hair, and patchy facial hair.
Anyone with any information in relation to this incident is urged to contact Policelink on 131 444.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.
You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.
Source: Brisbane Crime Alert
