On August 3, 2018, at approximately 2:30 AM, Olds RCMP responded to a report of an attempted robbery at the Circle K gas station and convenience store in Olds.  A male suspect entered the store and demanded that the clerk give him money from the register.  The male did not present a weapon but indicated that he had one in his possession.  The suspect became startled and fled the location without taking any cash or merchandise. 
 
The suspect is described as male, caucasian, approximately 5'5" in height, slender build and with medium length brown hair.  He was wearing a dark coloured scarf over his face, maroon Roots sweatshirt and light blue or grey shorts.
 
Police are continuing their investigation and are requesting anyone with information regarding this incident to contact the Olds RCMP Detachment at 403-556-3323.  If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers by phone at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or on the Internet at www.tipsubmit.com.
 
 
A photo of the suspect at an attempted gas station robbery in Olds this morning. (RCMP)