PICTURE: CCTV released after Doncaster woman is 'grabbed' by man on own doorstep
The incident happened when an unknown man knocked on the door of a home in Heron Court, Wheatley.
The occupant, a woman aged in her 50s, answered the door but left the chain on.
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Hide AdIt is reported that the man then tried to force entry to the property, grabbing the woman and pulling her towards the door.
The woman suffered facial injuries.
The incident happened on Saturday, April 28, at about 11.50pm but police have only just released details.
The force has issued a CCTV image of a man they are tracing as part of their appeal.
"If you know the man pictured or hold any information about the incident, please call 101 quoting crime reference number 14/64521/18.
"You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."