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Man Tries To Sexually Assault Elderly Woman

SACRAMENTO (CBS13) – Police are searching for a man who allegedly tried to sexually assault an elderly woman Thursday afternoon.

The Sacramento Police Department said a black male adult in his 40s attacked a woman in her 80s from behind just outside her apartment on the 400 block of I Street and forced the victim inside her home.

The man fled the scene after attempting to sexually assault her and the victim was able to call for help.

Investigators said the suspect was about 6 feet tall with braided hair and was wearing a white shirt and blue jeans.

Anyone with information on the incident is asked to contact Crime Alert by calling (916) 443-HELP or texting "SACTIP" followed by the tip to 274637.

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