Police are on the hunt for a man who bashed and robbed a 39-year-old woman in Sandgate this morning.
The woman was walking to her car after finishing her shift at a Mangrove Road business when she was attacked at around 2:20am in the carpark.
It's alleged the man punched her in the face, causing her to fall to the ground, before taking off with her purse, phone and watch.
Newcastle detectives are investigating and anyone with information is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
