Police hunt for suspect after 77-year-old woman assaulted in her home in Sussex
A man wearing a balaclava forced entry to the premises.
Police are appealing for witnesses after a 77-year-old woman was assaulted in her own home by an unknown suspect.
A man wearing a balaclava forced entry to the premises, in Ravenscroft, about 9.45pm on Friday 16 May.
He then assaulted the occupant, leaving her with facial injuries, before making off from the scene.
It is unknown what his intention was, however police are urging anyone who saw any suspicious activity in the area around that time or captured any video footage to come forward.
Anyone with further information surrounding the incident is being urged to contact Sussex Police.
A 39-year-old man from Storrington was arrested on suspicion of assault and criminal damage, and has been bailed with conditions until 19 July as enquiries continue.