A KNIFE-wielding man is wanted by police after an attempted robbery in Hampshire.

At around 2.15pm on Saturday, a man entered the Tesco on Crasswell Lane, Portsmouth and made threats to a member of staff.

He was holding a knife and demanded cash from the register. 

The man then made an unsuccessful attempt to open the till himself before leaving the shop empty handed.

Officers have released a CCTV image following the robbery attempt of a man they wish to speak to in connection with the incident.

The man has been described as: 

• White
• 5ft 8ins tall
• Average build
• Wearing pale tights over his head and face
• Dark coloured jacked and trousers
• Gloves

Detective Constable Carla-Marie Moore said: “This happened on a busy Saturday afternoon at a popular supermarket, so there may have been people who saw what happened.

“Did you see this man in the store, or do you know who he is?

“If you think you know this man, then please contact police.

“In addition, anyone who thinks they may be able to assist us with our enquiries should contact police immediately.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact DC Moore on 101, quoting 44170321209, or call the charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.