Police are hunting for a man who strangled and robbed a teenager in Footscray last month.
Maribyrnong Crime Investigation Unit detectives have been told a number of people gate-crashed a party along the Maribyrnong River, near Joseph Street, about 12.30am on December 12.
A 17-year-old girl was strangled from behind by an unknown person and had her purse stolen.
An unidentified man used the victim’s stolen credit card at a service station on Whitehall Street a short time later.
Police have released an image of a man they believe may be able to assist with their enquiries.
At the time of the incident the man was wearing a red basketball top and Ferrari peaked cap.
Anyone with any information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report to www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
