Police are extremely pleased with the positive response to a TV appeal to help solve an attack on an elderly Kawerau woman.
The incident involving a 71-year-old woman in her home on 29 December featured last night on Police Ten-7.
A total of 20 calls were received as a result of the appeal and among them are a number of positive lines of enquiry that police will now follow.
Detective Sergeant Darren Thomas said: "We are really grateful for the response we received. It shows that emotions are still running high and there is a real willingness for the community to help the police to solve this vicious assault."
Anyone who has any information about the serious assault is asked to contact Detective Sergeant Darren Thomas on 07 308 9836. Alternatively information can be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.
Media enquiries should be referred to Communications Manager Kim Perks on 027 234 8256.