Police in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, have intensified patrols following a series of violent incidents within a week. Among these incidents is the recent assault of a 45-year-old woman on a popular walking track in the area. The woman was found unconscious on the track after being attacked early in the morning, sparking concerns among local law enforcement. The assaults have raised alarm among residents and authorities in the coastal town.
Authorities are currently searching for the alleged male offender responsible for the assault on the woman, who is believed to have been targeted during her morning walk. Despite the severity of the assault, which left the victim unconscious for hours, police have clarified that this incident is not connected to a recent murder of a surfer in the area or a violent robbery that occurred last Thursday. Police presence has been increased in the region to reassure the public and prevent further incidents.
The 45-year-old woman was attacked while walking along the Coffs Creek Walkway, a well-known 8.5-kilometer loop track located in the heart of Coffs Harbour. She was discovered in a semi-conscious state hours after the assault, prompting concerns about the safety of individuals utilizing the walking trail. Law enforcement officials have expressed worries about the victim being left unassisted for an extended period without any aid from passersby.
Local police have mobilized additional resources to gather information in hopes of apprehending the perpetrator and preventing similar incidents from occurring. Detectives are keeping an open mind about the possibility of the victim and the attacker being acquainted from a previous morning walk. The woman has since been discharged from Coffs Harbour Hospital following the attack, which occurred as she paused to admire the sunrise near a rope swing at Coffs Creek.
In a separate incident, 21-year-old surfer Kye Schaefer was murdered just a few kilometers away at the car park of the Coffs Harbour Surf Life Saving Club. No arrests have been made in connection to the murder, and the murder weapon has yet to be located. Those who were in the area between 6:00 a.m. and 10:20 a.m. are urged to contact authorities with any information that may assist in the investigation. The series of violent incidents has put the community on edge, with residents looking to law enforcement for answers and increased security measures.