The Boston Police Department reports a woman walking in the area of Columbia Road and Holden Street around 7:50 a.m. yesterday "when she was approached by a male who forced her into the rear of an adjacent property and sexually assaulted her."

The suspect is described as black, with a light complexion, in his mid to late 20s, about 6' and thin, with a slight beard. He wore a brown hat, a green hoodie with "English script style lettering," dark jeans, and newer Timberland boots.

If you know anything about the incident, contact the sexual assault unit at 617-343-4400 or the anonymous tip line by calling 800-494-TIPS or texting TIP to CRIME (27463).