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A woman was asleep in her home in Melbourne’s north early in the morning when she woke to a stranger sexually assaulting her.
Victoria Police have revealed details of the shocking incident as they search for the man responsible.
The woman was asleep in her Fitzroy North home about 4.40am on Saturday, January 8 when she woke to the unknown man assaulting her.
Police have been told the man ran from the home when the woman screamed.
The woman’s partner tried to follow the attacker, but was unable to find him.
Police then searched the area and also could not find the man.
A range of personal items including a wallet and electronic equipment are also believed to have been stolen from the home during the incident.
Detectives have released CCTV images of a man seen in the area at the time who appears to be wearing clothing similar to what the victim described.
Anyone who recognises the man or saw him in the area around St Georges Road, Clauscen Street, Barkly Street, Holden Street, Miller Street on the night is urged to contact police.
Police are also appealing for the man to come forward and speak to investigators.
Source: 9News
