Police are appealing for information after an attempted armed robbery at Bexley this morning (Thursday 17 April 2014).

About 1.15am two males, armed with a small axe and a firearm, approached the front of a licensed premise in Forest Road near the intersection of Stoney Creek Road.

When denied entry by security the males forced their way into the building.

A number of patrons were threatened as the men demanded money from the staff.

When they were unable to obtain cash, the pair left the building empty-handed.

The first male is described as wearing dark tracksuit pants and long-sleeved grey top. He was carrying the small axe.

The second male is described as wearing grey tracksuit pants and a dark hooded jumper. He was carrying a firearm.

There have been no reports of injury.

The males were last seen running along Kingsland Road South.

A crime scene was established and this was examined by specialist forensic personnel.