Source: Radio New Zealand
Police say the incident happened at around 9pm on Saturday night. RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly
A Hamilton woman has been seriously assaulted in her own home after confronting two men trying to get inside.
Police said the assault happened on Clarkin Road in Fairfield at about 9pm on Saturday.
The woman was injured and needed hospital treatment.
Police said her attackers took off toward River Road.
Detective Senior Sergeant Neilson said police would be carrying out reassurance patrols in the area.
“Nobody should be unsafe in their own home and the victim is understandably shaken. We’re providing wrap around support for her.”
Police are appealing to the public for information, and say even the smallest detail could be crucial.
“If you know something about this abhorrent crime, please come forward as soon as possible.
“We’re still working to establish the full circumstances and ask anyone with CCTV or dashcam footage from the neighbourhood around Clarkin Road to review the video and contact us if it shows suspicious or unusual activity.”
Police were particularly interested in the period between 8.30pm and 9.30pm on Saturday.
The public can report information online at 105.police.govt.nz or call 105, using the reference number 260215/9344.
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