Woman attacked in her Hawke's Bay home after catching intruder in the act

November 27, 2018

A man is being sought after attacking a woman in her Hawke's Bay home.

Police say on Saturday, 24 November, at around 10:30am a woman entered her house to find an unknown man inside. 

She had left her Charles Street, Takapau address less than ten minutes prior.

The man attempted to flee the address and a short scuffle ensued, resulting in the woman being assaulted.

Police say that during the attack she managed to strike the man in his face which is likely to have caused bruising or swelling.

The man is described as Maori or Pacific Islander, of solid build with short shaven hair, wearing running clothes. 

Police urge anyone who saw anything suspicious in Charles Street or the surrounding area to contact Hastings Police on (06) 873 0500, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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