RCMP searches for suspect in Aylesford, N.S. attempted armed robbery
Police are looking for a suspect they allege tried to rob a store with a weapon in Aylesford, N.S.
On Saturday around 6:20 p.m., the RCMP responded to an attempted robbery at a convenience store on Highway 1.
According to an RCMP news release, the man walked into the store, pulled out what is believed to be a handgun and demanded money from an employee.
Police say he left the store empty-handed.
The employee was not physically injured.
While officers secured the area, a K-9 team searched for the man with help from the RCMP emergency response team. He was not found.
Police describe the suspect as wearing black clothing and a mask during the robbery. It is reported that witnesses outside the store described the suspect as a white man, with short black hair.
The RCMP investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact the Kings District RCMP at 902-765-3317. Anonymous tips can be to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
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