Man assaults driver in Downer after emerging from bushland, police allege

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The man hailed a black Suzuki Baleno.

A man allegedly assaulted a driver in Downer after flagging the vehicle down on the Federal Highway.

The man emerged from bushland at about 10:30pm on Friday, November 13, then hailed a black Suzuki Baleno travelling northbound.

The man attempted to pull the driver from the vehicle, and when he was unable to overpower the driver, stole their car keys.

He was last seen fleeing southbound on foot along the Federal Highway from the incident site, north of the Barton Highway intersection.

Police are appealing for information about the alleged assault and attempted carjacking.

The offender is thought to be Caucasian in appearance, in his early to mid-20s, wearing a white hoodie and light brown shorts.

Anyone who saw the incident or who may have dash-cam footage from the area around the time of the incident has been urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website.

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