The young woman was attacked while out walking in Christchurch's Avon Park on Sunday night. Photo / Google
The young woman was attacked while out walking in Christchurch's Avon Park on Sunday night. Photo / Google
Police are investigating after a woman was attacked while out walking in a park in the Avonside suburb of Christchurch on Sunday evening.
Detective Senior Sergeant Scott Anderson of the Christchurch Adult Sexual Assault Team said the sexually-motivated attack happened in Avon Park around 6.15pm.
"A 23-year-old female was walkingthrough the park when she was attacked and forced to the ground," Anderson said. "She managed to fight off the attacker and ran to a nearby address where the alarm was raised.
"A scene examination took place this morning and police are continuing with their inquiries."
The attacker is described as a tall, skinny man, in his mid-20s to mid-30s, with olive skin. He was wearing a dark hoody and a dark jacket.
Anyone who was near Avon Park around 6pm last night and may have seen something suspicious, or can identify the offender, can contact police on 03 363 7400.
Anonymous reports can also be made to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
