Smoke Shop Robbery Attempt in Toms River

A man attempted to rob Noble Smoke Shop in Toms River, New Jersey, on an unspecified date. The suspect tried to use zip ties to restrain a female employee but was unsuccessful. The employee was not injured during the incident. The suspect fled the scene without making off with any merchandise, as reported by multiple sources, including Patch, NJ1015, and Jersey Shore Online.

The police are actively seeking the suspect and have appealed to the public for any information that could lead to his arrest. The exact date of the incident and the value of the stolen items, if any, have not been disclosed. The police have not made any arrests in connection with the incident as of the latest reports. The modus operandi involved the suspect attempting to tie up the employee, which was thwarted by the employee's resistance, according to News12 and APP.