Jogger fights off attacker in Fairfax County

WASHINGTON – A woman was grabbed from behind while she was jogging Saturday night.

Fairfax County police say the woman was jogging along Hayfield Road near Old Telegraph Road when a man grabbed her. The woman sprayed him with mace and was able to fight off her attacker.

The man fled and the woman ran home to call police.

The unidentified man was wearing a dark, long-sleeve shirt and cream colored pants.

Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Solvers by phone at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text “TIP187” plus your message to CRIMES (274637) or call Fairfax County Police at 703-691-2131.

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