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Woman attacked during lake jog

A facefit of the offender.

A WOMAN was punched and kneed in the face and body yesterday by a man while jogging around Lake Ginninderra.

Police said about 3.15pm, police attended Calvary Hospital in response to a woman who was seeking medical treatment after being assaulted.

The 24-year-old woman had been jogging around Lake Ginninderra about 2.20 pm when an unknown man approached her, punching and kneeing her in the face and body.

Police described the attack as unprovoked.

The man is described as Asian in appearance, aged between 30–40 years, approximately 5’ 10” (178cm) tall with a medium build.

He has dark eyes and dark hair with acne scars on his cheeks. He was wearing a dark grey hooded jumper, dark pants (possibly tracksuit pants) and dark shoes.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or www.act.crimestoppers.com.au. Information can be provided anonymously.

 

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