Police released a video of a man attempting to kidnap a woman while she was jogging in Christchurch.
The footage shows a man dressed in dark clothing walking along Kotare St, across from Fendalton Park, and past the camera towards Puriri St.
The woman was approached at 6:20 a.m. Monday on Kotare St, Detective Mark Burrett said.
The unknown man tried to tow her away, but fled after a passing motorist intervened.
The man is described as possibly of Indian descent, medium build, about 176cm-179cm tall, with short black hair and a short beard.
He would be between 25 and 33 years old and wore a dark colored vest (black or gray) and dark colored sweatpants. One trouser leg was rolled up toward the knee.
The police would like to get in touch with people who passed by or had information at the time.
– 105, file number 221003/5623