Shortly before 10 p.m. last night (Monday), Chadron Police Department officers responded to the 500 block of Chadron Avenue, after receiving a call from a person stating that somebody had just attempted to rob him.

According to Chadron Police Lt. Rick Hickstein, the person said they were approached by an armed male suspect who demanded property. When the victim showed they did not have anything to give, the suspect left on foot.

A perimeter was established by the Chadron Police Department and a K-9 unit was brought in from Sheridan County to assist with the search; as well as, officers from the Nebraska State Patrol, the Dawes County Sheriff’s Office, and the Sheridan County Sheriff’s Office.

A search ensued, but the suspect was not found.

Lt. Hickstein said, the suspect is described as a five-foot-six to five-foot-nine inch tall white male in his mid to upper teens with a tall, slender build. He was wearing a dark-colored hooded sweatshirt; baseball hat; and loose, baggy blue jeans.

No one was injured in the attempted robbery and the investigation continues.

Anyone with information can call the Chadron Police Department at 308-432-0510 or Crime Stoppers at 308-432-0519. Callers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward.  Sgt. J. Wallage