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Lakewood Sexual Assault Victim Used Pink Colored Mace On Suspect

LAKEWOOD, Colo. (CBS4) - Police in Lakewood are investigating a sexual assault that occurred Sunday afternoon.

According to Sgt. Randy McNitt, the attack happened near the south service road of West 6th Avenue and Arbutus Street at approximately 3:30 p.m.

"The victim was walking along the road when she reported being dragged down a small hill into an adjacent grassy area," McNitt said in a statement. "During the assault, the victim sprayed the suspect with pink colored mace that may leave a stain, and also may have scratched the suspect on the face."

The suspect is described as a white male in his late 20s or early 30s, about 6 feet tall or 6-foot-1 with a stocky build. He has short, possibly blonde hair, and has no facial hair. He was wearing a black zip-up hoodie and white running shoes.

Additional Information From The Lakewood Police Department

Anyone who believes that they may have information about this case is asked to call the Lakewood Police Department at 303-987-7111.

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