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Greater Manchester Police say the girl was approached today at about 2pm on Kincraig Close, Openshaw, around 2 miles east of the city centre.

The man tried to rape her in a patch of open land nearby, but she was able to escape and asked a dog walker for help, cops say.

Her suspected attacker has been described as a man in his 20s of "Asian appearance."

The girl also told police the man was slim and wearing a dark coat.

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Police are speaking to witnesses and examining CCTV, but want to hear from anyone who might have information.

Detective Chief Inspector James Riley from Greater Manchester Police said patrols had been increased in light of this "very upsetting" attack.

He said: "Parents and neighbours will be concerned and we have stepped up our visible police patrols throughout the coming days and nights.

"If you do have any worries then please feel free to approach them and they will try to assist.

"With the help of this brave girl and the community we have a good description of the attacker and if anyone recognises it or recalls seeing a man matching the description in the area, then please call us."