Niagara Regional police responded to a reported robbery attempt near Scott Street and Nihan Drive in St. Catharines.
On Tuesday, November 25, around 8:45 a.m., investigators learned that a male suspect entered two businesses, demanded money, and left when staff refused, fleeing the area shortly afterward.
The suspect is described as a white male, approximately 5'8" with a medium build.
He was wearing a black balaclava, black and white checkered jacket, grey hoodie, green pants, red running shoes, black and white gloves, and carrying a blue backpack.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police.
(Written by Brandon Warby)