The NRP is investigating after someone tried to rob a restaurant on Lundy's Lane, close to Drummond Road in Niagara Falls.
Police say a man demanded cash from an employee late Tuesday morning, but ran away when he was unsuccessful.
He fled the area on foot before heading west in a white SUV.
The employee was not hurt.
Anyone with information should contact Detective Constable Erin MacLean by calling 905-688-4111 with extension 9290.

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