Police have now charged a man after he allegedly tried to rob a fast food restaurant on Port Road a short time ago.
Just after 1pm, the offender entered Hungry Jacks at Beverley armed with a hatchet and demanded money before smashing the glass counter.
Staff activated their hold-up alarm and police were quickly on scene, arresting the man without incident.
No one was injured and the 41-year-old offender from Port Adelaide was arrested and charged with attempted aggravated robbery.
He has been refused bail and will appear in the Port Adelaide Magistrates Court tomorrow.