Police are asking for information from the public regarding an incident in Lichfield this morning between 6am and 7.30am.
In particular police want information about any vehicle parked with two or more people acting out of the ordinary, on SH1 Lichfield around the houses and roadside close to the Sheepskin Factory.
A local woman was confronted and assaulted outside her address while she was leaving for work. A small amount of cash was stolen from her.
She was discovered injured by a family member who took her to Tokoroa Hospital. She is now at Waikato Hospital where she is receiving treatment for facial injuries; bruising and swelling.
Anyone with information can contact Constable Edward King at Tokoroa Police on 07 885 0100.