A JOHNING woman was grabbed from behind by a man who tried to pull her into a nearby forest.
Detectives are calling for witnesses following the attack on Sherdley Park on Friday (May 20th).
The 35-year-old victim was running near the golf course around 1:45 p.m. when a man grabbed her from behind and tried to pull her into a nearby forest.
The woman resisted, and it is believed that when he saw another woman walking nearby, he released her and demanded money.
She told him there was no money and he went to the golf club.
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After the incident, the victim talked to the woman who was walking dogs, who advised her to call the police immediately.
The offender is described as a white man, about 18 years old with a thin physique and short brown hair. He wore a black and gray tracksuit top, probably Northface, and spoke with a Birmingham or similar accent.
Detective Sergeant Michelle Wilson said: “It was really scary for the woman who was attacked. She suffered minor injuries as a result of the attack, but was understandably shaken by the incident.
“Women must be able to run in a local park without fear, and we are committed to finding this man and bringing him to justice. Officers will review video surveillance in the area in an attempt to identify the offender, and local police patrols will be in and around the park to reassure locals and park visitors in the coming days.
“We would really like to talk to the woman who was walking her dog and talking to the victim immediately after the incident at 1:45 p.m. witness the incident to contact us. ”
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