Woman attacked in driveway of Central Florida home

Osceola County deputies search for man

POINCIANA, Fla. – A woman was attacked from behind early Friday at her Osceola County home as she was getting into her vehicle, according to deputies.

[AUDIO: 911 call]

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The attack occurred around 1 a.m. on Delido Way in Poinciana.

According to the Osceola County Sheriff's Office, the woman said she was in her driveway getting into a vehicle when a stranger grabbed her from behind.

The man beat the woman as she was trying to get away, according to deputies, who said the woman ran to a neighbor's house to call for help.

The woman was taken to Poinciana Hospital and treated for non-life-threatening injuries.

The culprit was described as a dark-skinned man, about 5 feet 9 inches tall with a thin build. He was wearing a black hooded sweatshirt.

Anyone with information is asked to call Crimeline at 800-423-TIPS.  Calls made to Crimeline remain anonymous, and tips that lead to the felony arrest of suspects and/or the recovery of stolen property and drugs are eligible for cash rewards of up to $1,000 dollars.

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