Woman grabbed in CBD, fights off attacker who remains on the run

RUMOUR CONFIRMED

A woman was grabbed in the CBD in the early hours of Sunday morning.

Police are investigating.

The woman was walking along Little Lonsdale Street when she was approached by an unknown man about 6.30am.

The male grabbed her and tried to drag her towards Brights Place.

She managed to fight him off.

He was last seen on Healeys Lane running towards Lonsdale Street.

Police are investigating.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au