Man tries to rob Morrinsville store with a pocket knife, leaves empty handed

Waikato police are seeking public help after an attempted robbery in Morrinsville this morning. 

The incident occurred at 6am at Super Clearance on Studholme Street.

An unknown man entered the store with a with a small pocket knife and demanded cash before leaving empty handed. 

Police say he is described as Caucasian, of medium build and aged between 25 and 30-years-old. 

"He was wearing a black peaked cap with a black bandanna or shirt pulled up over his nose, a black jersey, black track pants, and black shoes with white soles," police said in a statement. 

It is thought that he got into a vehicle on Lorne Street.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Hamilton Police.