Police are appealing for information following an aggravated break and enter in the state's Central West yesterday.
About 4.10am (Wednesday 24 February 2022), a man forced entry into a building on the Newell Highway, Coonabarabran.
The man then assaulted a cleaner – a 58-year-old man – before he fled the location on foot into the bushland.
The cleaner was treated at the scene by NSW Ambulance Paramedics for minor injuries.
Officers attached to Orana Mid-Western Police District attended and commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Police would like to speak with a man they believe may be able to assist with their inquiries.
He is described as wearing a black face covering, hoodie, pants and dark shoes.
As inquiries continue, anyone with information is urged to call Coonabarabran Police on 02 6842 7299 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.
