Police said the suspect entered the Hardee's on Chapel Hill Road around 6:30 a.m.
When the employees refused to give the man money, he fled the scene.
No one was hurt.
Investigators say they need more information to help them find the suspect, including a description of the man.
Anyone with information is asked to call Durham CrimeStoppers at (919) 683-1200.
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