The woman was walking alone along The Boulevard in Shepparton near Knight St on August 24 when she was approached by an unknown male who was wielding an object.
“She put her hand up in self-defence, her hand was covering her head and the object struck her hand,” Acting Sergeant Kirby Bissett said.
“It was a completely unprovoked and random attack.”
Sgt Bissett said the incident occurred at 2 pm, with the unknown male described as wearing black clothing.
The woman suffered minor swelling and bruising to her right hand and sought medical treatment following the incident.
“She was definitely frightened at the time,” Sgt Bissett said.
Sgt Bissett said police were seeking any information from members of the public who were in the area at the time, or may have seen or heard anything which could help their investigation.
Police confirmed they have since increased their patrols of the walking tracks along The Boulevard.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Sgt Kirby Bissett at the Shepparton police station on 5820 5777.
Alternatively a confidential report can be made via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at www.crimestoppers.com.au
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