Police are appealing for witnesses following an attempted armed robbery at a takeaway-food shop in Drummoyne overnight.

It was just after 10pm (Sunday 25 October 2015) that a man entered the shop on Lyons Road.

The man produced a knife and demanded the female employee give him cash.

The employee ran to the back of the shop, at which time the man fled the premises empty-handed.

Police attended the business about 10.10pm, and found the employee unharmed.

Officers from Burwood Local Area Command are investigating the incident.

They would like to speak with a man who may be able to assist with their inquiries.

The man is described as being of Caucasian appearance, about 40 years old, 170cm to 175cm tall, and with a medium build

At the time of the incident, the man was wearing a maroon hooded jacket and blue jeans. He was also wearing dark sunglasses.