A woman is "shaken but uninjured" after a stranger allegedly attempted to kidnap her while she was out on an early morning run this week.
Detective Mark Burrett said the woman was approached while jogging on Kotare Street in Fendalton at 6:20am on Monday.
The unknown man who approached her tried to drag her away, however he fled after a passing motorist intervened, Det Burrett said.
"The man is described as being possibly of Indian descent, medium build, approximately 176cm-179cm tall (5'8"-5'9"), with short black hair and a short beard," he said.
"He is believed to be between 25-33 years old and was wearing a dark-coloured vest (black or grey) and dark-coloured track pants.
"One trouser leg was rolled up toward the knee."
Police said they would like to talk to anyone who has possibly seen this man or saw him try to kidnap the woman.
"Vehicles were driving past at the time, and we are very interested in further descriptions of him, including whether he got into a car, or if anyone saw anything suspicious in the area," Det Burrett said.
"This has been a distressing incident for the woman, who was shaken but uninjured, and we urge anyone with information to contact police as soon as possible."
Information can be reported through the 105 phone service or online at www.police.govt.nz/use-105, using 'Update My Report', referencing file number 221003/5623.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111 or www.crimestoppers-nz.org.
