Gardaí at Kilrush Garda Station are investigating the attempted robbery from a group of friends in Doonbeg last week.
Clare crime prevention officer Sergeant Triona Brooks said, “On Wednesday evening, January 18, at 7.30pm, three friends got off a bus on Main Street, Doonbeg.
“They were approached by three individuals who demanded that they hand over their property.
“Thankfully the three friends ran and took refuge in a shop.
“We are asking anyone who saw this incident or anyone who may have any information to please contact Kilrush Garda Station on 065 9080550.”