Thames Valley Police are appealing for witnesses after the incident in Aylesbury in the early hours of Friday morning (28/10)
At around 12.30am today (28/10) the victim, a woman in her twenties, as walking along Taylor Road when a white BMW pulled alongside her and offered her a lift which the victim declined.
The front seat passenger then got out and tried to pull the victim into the car. She managed to get away.
The offender is described as a tall, black man wearing a white t-shirt.
Investigating officer, Detective Constable Mark Banham, based at Aylesbury police station, said: “We are carrying out a thorough investigation into what happened and don’t believe there to be a wider risk to the community.
“We’re appealing to anyone who may have witnessed what happened to please come forward.
“If anyone has information, please call 101 or make a report online, quoting reference 43220484622.
“Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.