Police are asking for the public's help following an armed robbery in Lismore last night.

Police have been told about 9.30pm (Saturday 27 March 2021), an unknown man entered a fast-food restaurant on Brewster Street, Lismore, and threatened an employee and customers with a knife while demanding money.

The man stole the till from the register, containing cash, and fled the scene. No one was injured.

Officers from Richmond Police District attended and conducted patrols of the surrounding area; however, the man was not located.

Detectives have commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

At the time of the incident, the man was wearing a black hooded jumper, a balaclava, black shorts, and was carrying a small black and white bag.

Anyone who may have mobile phone or dashcam footage is urged to contact Lismore Police on (02) 6626 0599 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Inquiries continue.