BURLINGTON — Police are seeking the public’s help in identifying a man who was involved in an assault in Burlington on Sunday.
The incident took place on Hickok Place at around 2:05 a.m.
The victim told police she was walking home from downtown when she observed a male following her.
The unknown man grabbed her shoulders from behind.
Police say the man then grabbed her neck, placing her in a headlock.
The victim was able to defend herself and escape, and ran home.
Police say the man is described as a white man, approximately 40 years of age, approximately 5’6” to 5’10” tall, with a medium-length beard, and a medium to heavy build.
He was wearing a blue jacket.
Anyone with information about this incident should call 802-859-3084.
