Chilling attempted abduction at Lysterfield Lake
A woman has survived an attempted abduction at Lysterfield Lake.
The 36-year-old parked in the Army Track main carpark and was walking through Churchill National Park on Saturday afternoon when she was attacked.
Police say she was grabbed around the waist, a hand was put over her mouth and she was dragged to the ground at about 4.15pm.
The Dandenong North woman struggled free and ran off before calling Triple-0.
She was not physically injured in the frightening incident.
Detectives are describing her attempted abductor as 183 centimetres tall, between 20 and 40-years-old, and of African appearance.
Police have released a computer-generated image of a man they believe may be able to assist with their enquiries.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at