Hamilton police are searching for a man they say grabbed a teen who was walking through a Stoney Creek park this morning.

The incident happened around 7 a.m., when a 16-year-old girl was walking through Cline Park, at 60 Pinewoods Dr, near Highland Road East and Upper Centennial.

Police say the man hugged the girl, and tried to kiss her.

She was able to get away and called police.

"Police continue to investigate the incident at this time," a news release reads.

"Police would like to alert the community, students and parents of this incident and to take the opportunity to encourage everyone to remain alert and aware of their surroundings."

Police say they don't have any suspect information or a description available.