Armed man attempts to rob liquor store with a machete. Photo: Police Media

Police are asking for the public’s help to identify a man who tried to rob a liquor store in Gosnells yesterday, but left empty handed.

The armed man entered the shopt about midday and threatened an employee, before leaving the store with nothing.

He is described as being fair-skinned, with slim build, short brown hair and clean-shaven.

Anyone with information is asked to contract Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or make a report online at crimestopperswa.com.au