2 suspects sought in attempted robbery in North Philadelphia

NORTH PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Police are searching for two suspects who attempted to rob a deli at gunpoint in North Philadelphia.

The two men entered the ENI Deli on the 1600 block of West Susquehanna Street around 8:30 p.m. back on January 18th.

One suspect, armed with a handgun, tried to force an employee to open the door so the pair could go behind the counter.

When the employee refused, both would-be robbers fled the store empty handed.

There were no reports of any injuries.

VIDEO: Click here to watch the surveillance video

The first suspect is described as a black male, 18-20 years-of-age, 5'8- 5'10 tall with a medium complexion and thin build. He was wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, blue jeans, black and white sneakers, black ski mask, and armed with a handgun.

The second suspect is described as a black male, 18-20 years-of-age, 5'8- 5'10 with a medium complexion and thin build. He was wearing a grey hooded sweatshirt, blue jeans, black sneakers, and a black ski mask.

If you see these suspects do not approach them, contact 911 immediately.

Anyone with information on either of these men should call police at 215.686.TIPS (8477) or text a tip to PPD TIP (773847).

You can also submit an anonymous tip online at PhillyPolice.com.