An attempted robbery was reported at Rite-Aid in Dunbar on Tuesday night.
A white man handed a note to the cashier claiming he had a gun and demanding money but the man never produced a gun, according to police and a Kanawha County Metro 911 dispatcher.
The cashier told the man she could not open the cash drawer and he immediately fled the store without receiving any money or merchandise, according to a news release from Dunbar Detective J.A. Payne.
No one was injured.
The attempted robbery occurred at the Rite-Aid at 11th Street and Myers Avenue. Metro 911 received the call at about 9 p.m.
Dunbar police released photos of the suspect. The man was wearing dark colored clothing and had a hood over his head.
Those with information can call Metro 911 at 304-348-8111 or report an anonymous tip to 304-766-0201.