The man yelled out to her, then parked his vehicle on Riversdale Road and as the woman walked past he got out of his car and grabbed her from behind. The victim managed to run away and hide until the man left the scene.
The man is described as being possibly Maori or Pacific Island, in his 30s and around 175cm tall.
“This was a particularly frightening experience for the victim and we are very keen to hear from anyone who may have witnessed the incident or seen other suspicious behaviour in the area.
“If you have seen a vehicle or person matching this description behaving suspiciously, please call us immediately, even the smallest piece of information may prove valuable to help ensure this man is held to account for his actions,†said Detective Elizabeth Willis.
If you have any information that could help our investigation, please contact Detective Willis from Avondale Police on (09) 820 5776.
Alternatively, information can also be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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