A woman told police that she was sexually assaulted early this morning on the cart path next to Lake Kedron and the cul-de-sac of Samuel Point and Larkins Landing, police said.

The assailant was described as a white male about six feet tall, medium build, short hair and last seen wearing a dark shirt, police said.

The woman told police that the assailant approached her from behind and forced her to the ground at approximately 5:30 a.m. After sexually assaulting the victim the assailant left the scene, police said.

Police detectives are at the scene following up on leads and are urging anyone with information to call police at 770-631-2510 or 770-487-6010. Callers may remain anonymous.

Police were contacted about the incident after the victim sought treatment at Piedmont Fayette Hospital, police said.