Armed robbery at Ferntree Gully milk bar

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding an attempted armed robbery at a Ferntree Gully milk bar last month, Victoria Police say.

Investigators have been told a man entered the Forest Road milk bar armed with a knife and demanded goods and cash just after 9am on 24 September.

The man left empty handed and fled on foot in a northerly direction.

No one was injured during the incident.

Investigators have released an image and CCTV of a man they believe may be able to assist with their enquiries.

Anyone with any information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.

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