Lansford Police are investigating a robbery which took place to the rear of the 800 block of East Patterson Street. The incident was reported at 8:16 p.m. Thursday.

The victim told police that he was approached by a black male who asked him for a cigarette and what he had in the Walmart bag he was carrying. The male then lunged at him with a knife and cut the left side of his face.The victim ran away and called 911.The suspect is described as a black male in his mid-30s with facial hair, wearing a dark-colored skull cap, black hoodie and blue jeans.Police searched numerous areas in town looking for him, and followed up on phone calls that they received.They were assisted by other local police and the Lansford Fire Department.Anyone with information is asked to contact Lansford Police at 570-645-5844. All calls will be kept confidential.