Earlier today, members from Yarmouth Town and Yarmouth Rural RCMP Detachments responded to a report of an attempted armed robbery at Red Knight Enterprises Ltd on Starrs Rd.

, Yarmouth.

A preliminary investigation determined that at approximately 10:00 a.m., a lone male walked into the business with what appeared to be a sawed-off shotgun and knife. No one was hurt and it is not believed he was able to get any money or valuables.

The suspect is described as a white male with a stocky build, approximately 5’8′. The suspect was wearing a long sleeve blue shirt, blue jeans, mask, sunglasses and gloves. The suspect entered and exited the business from the side door and headed towards Pleasant Street.

The Yarmouth/Meteghan Street Crime Enforcement Unit, the RCMP Forensic Identification Section and Police Dog Service responded to assist with the investigation.

If you believe you have any information regarding this incident, please contact the Yarmouth Town RCMP Detachment at (902) 742-8777 or Crime Stoppers anonymously anytime at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or by their Secure Web Tips at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca .Calls to Crime Stoppers are not taped or traced and if police make an arrest and lay charges based on a tip, callers qualify for a cash award from $50 – $2000.

The investigation is continuing.

Source: Release