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ATLANTA – Atlanta police are searching for a suspect after an attempted robbery at the United Community Bank on Caroline Street NE left an employee injured Wednesday afternoon.

Police responded to the scene around 12:37 a.m. after a robbery and stabbing were reported. According to authorities, an unidentified man entered the bank, went behind the employee counter and demanded money from a staff member.

When the man was told there was no money available, he allegedly stabbed the employee in the stomach before running away.

The injured employee was transported to the hospital and was reported to be alert, conscious and breathing.

Authorities urge anyone with information about the incident to submit tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers Atlanta. Tips can be provided by calling 404-577-TIPS (8477), visiting StopCrimeAtl.orgor text “CSGA” with the tip to CRIMES (738477). Anonymous tipsters may be eligible for a reward of up to $2,000.