Innisfail RCMP are investigating an attempted sexual assault that occurred earlier this week.

Police said the incident happened around 10:30 p.m. Tuesday. A woman was walking home alone in the town, when she claims she was grabbed by a man and dragged into a bushy area.

She fought off her alleged attacker and ran away.

The suspect is described as:

  • 5"10".
  • Very thin.
  • Darker complexion.
  • Wearing a plain black hoodie, ballcap and dark blue jeans.
  • Two-day growth of facial hair.
  • May have injuries to his face.

Anyone with possible information, especially anyone who thinks they may have seen or may know this suspect, should contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.