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Police Investigate Assault of Woman on Moncton Street
The Codiac Regional RCMP is investigating after a woman was allegedly assaulted Thursday night while walking in Moncton.
Constable Hans Ouellette said the incident happened around 9:50 p.m. near the intersection of Elmwood Drive and Highway 2. The woman was walking near the intersection when she was approached and grabbed by a man who was holding a weapon.
Police say the woman was forced to a nearby wooded area but managed to fight off her assailant. The suspect fled the scene.
The suspect is described as a Caucasian male in his mid-twenties to early thirties, with dark hair. He was wearing a white hoodie.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Codiac Regional RCMP at (506) 857-2400.
Should you wish to remain anonymous, please contact New Brunswick Crime Stoppers by calling toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), by texting TIP212 + your message to 'CRIMES' (274637), or by Secure Web Tips at www.crimenb.ca
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