The Kearney Police Department responded to Casey’s Gas Station, 112 Talmadge Street, in regards to an assault/attempted robbery at approximately 12:16 a.m., on Friday.

An unknown white male with brown hair, approximately 25 years old, wearing a grey and white flannel shirt, light blue jeans, and black shoes had entered the store.

While in the store, he approached the clerk behind the counter in which he pulled out a sharp object and began to assault her.

The 56-year-old female employee received minor injuries and was treated at CHI Good Samaritan Hospital. The unknown male then departed the store and was last seen traveling north on foot.

Police say the investigation is ongoing.

If you have any information, contact the Kearney Police Department at (308) 237-2141.