Someone attempted to hold up the South Village Mobil Convenience Store with a knife last Tuesday morning said police.

According to Officer Brian Hoar of the Northfield Police Department, he spoke with the clerk who was on duty at the time. The suspect was wearing dark clothing and a Halloween mask. He brandished a knife and demanded money from the register. The clerk let him have the money that was in the register and then the suspect fled on foot.

The police attempted to track him with a dog but were unable to find the suspect.

Anyone with information is encouraged to call Officer Brian Hoar at the Northfield Police Department at 485-9181.