A major manhunt is underway for a man who allegedly grabbed a woman in Sydney’s North Shore as she made her way home from work late at night.
Police have released CCTV images of a man, who is described as being of Caucasian appearance, riding public transport in Sydney in the early hours of Thursday.
Officers believe he may be able to assist with their investigation after a 36-year-old woman told police she was stalked down Wycombe Road in Neutral Bay on her way home from work at 3.30am on the same day.
It is alleged the woman was grabbed from behind with a hand covering her mouth in a seemingly random attack.
The man allegedly proceeded to push her against a garage door before he interfered with her clothing and removed his pants.
Fortunately, the woman was able to escape before any further assault occurred by kicking and biting the man until he let go and she fled.
She ran on foot towards Military Road before she was able to call for help.
The woman sustained a laceration to her elbow but did not require medical treatment.
Police are appealing to the public for information on a man who they believe can help in their investigation (pictured)
A 36-year-old woman was attacked on her walk home from work in Sydney at 3.30am on Thursday
NSW Police have since established a crime scene at the attack site and detectives have launched an investigation into the incident.
Officers believe the man in the released CCTV images may be able to help in their ongoing inquiries.
The man is believed to be between the ages of 18 and 20 and is of a slim build with short light brown hair.
He was wearing a light-coloured beige T-shirt, light blue denim shorts and running shoes at the time of the incident.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
