Officers in patrol along North Church Street interrupted what initially appeared to be an altercation, but turned out to be an attempted robbery in progress near Kirk Market in the early hours of Sunday morning.
The officers, according to an RCIPS statement, encountered a scuffle between three men around 12:50am. One of the men assaulted another, and then fled the scene on a bicycle as police arrived in their vehicle.
The men reported that the man on the bike had tried to rob them and they fought back, during which one of the two received minor injuries.
Police said the would-be robber did not appear to be carrying any weapons.
The suspect is described as being about 6 feet tall, of slim build and light complexion. He was dressed in a grey T-shirt and black shorts.
Anyone with any information or who may have witnessed anything suspicious in the area around the time of the incident is asked to contact George Town CID at 949-4222. Anonymous tips can be provided directly to the RCIPS via its confidential tip line at 949-7777, or the police website.
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