Geelong Crime Investigation Unit detectives have released a facial composite of a man following the assault of a mother in Hamlyn Heights on Tuesday (5 March).
The woman was walking while carrying her five-month-old child along a track near the intersection of Drysdale Avenue and Hillwood Court about 3.25pm when the attack happened.
She was attacked by a man who appeared from behind bushes armed with a wooden stake.
He struck her to the legs and face multiple times as she was shielding her son's head and face.
The man was last seen running south on the walking track towards Drysdale Avenue.
He is perceived to be Caucasian, aged in his 40s, approximately 183cm tall, mostly bald with some short grey/white hair and gaunt facial features.
He was wearing a dark blue/grey t-shirt which was large and loose fitting.
Investigators from Geelong CIU are appealing for anyone who may recognise the man from the facial composite.
Anyone with any information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
Elaine Cooney
Media Advisor
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