Image released after man tried to drag woman into bushes

Police have released a comfit image of a man after a woman was followed and dragged into bushes at Buff Point yesterday.

Detectives said the woman was walking along the footpath at Edgewater Park Reserve when she turned around and noticed a man walking closely behind her around 3.20pm.

She continued walking until the man grabbed her from behind and attempted to drag her into bushland.

After a struggle with the man, the woman managed to break free and run away.

Police are now on the hunt for the man.

He is described as Caucasian in appearance, 168cms tall, medium build, late teens, fair complexion, with a puffy face and blonde hair.

He was last seen wearing a black t-shirt, black and grey board shorts, skate shoes and a black cap