N.B. RCMP seek suspect after attempted armed robbery at Moncton business

A suspect police are searching for in connection with an attempted armed robbery at a Moncton, N.B., business is pictured. (Source: RCMP)

The RCMP in New Brunswick is releasing images of a suspect in connection with an attempted armed robbery at a business in Moncton, N.B.

Police say a younger man carrying a weapon entered a business on John Street around 8:12 p.m. on Jan. 11.

After being unsuccessful at obtaining anything, the man fled the scene on foot, according to an RCMP news release.

Police say no one was injured.

Codiac Regional RCMP has released surveillance footage photos in hopes someone will recognize the man who is described as having a slim build.

Police say he was wearing a black jacket, black sweatpants, a grey toque and a red bandana partially covering his face at the time of the incident.

Anyone who recognizes the man or has information about the incident is asked to contact Codiac Regional RCMP at 506-857-2400 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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