Axeman on scooter attempted robbery at Burnley store
The frightening incident took place this morning at around 9-20am at Burnley Tesco.
Fortunately the two security guards fought off the would-be robber who made off from the scene empty-handed.
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Hide AdA police spokesman said: "This was an audacious attempted robbery during daylight when there would have been lots of shoppers.
" Luckily no-one was injured. We are looking for a single white male who was riding a grey coloured motor scooter.
"He was wearing a full crash helmet at the time."
Anyone with information should call police on 101.