A woman has been treated for facial injures after an aggravated break-in in NSW's south overnight.
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Police later arrested a 47-year-old man at a service station nearby the Cooma home.
The man allegedly forced entry into the property before stealing cash and fleeing at about 10pm.
The 48-year-old woman also suffered a fractured hand after refusing to hand over money to the assailant.
She was treated by paramedics and then taken to Cooma Hospital in a stable condition.
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The man was alleged to have attempted to assault a police officer during the arrest at about 11.20pm. He was also allegedly found in possession of a small amount of cannabis.
The man was taken to Cooma Police Station and charged with the crimes.
He was refused bail to appear at Wollongong Local Court on Saturday.
Alex Crowe
Alex covers science and environment issues, with a focus on local Canberra stories. alex.crowe@austcommunitymedia.com.au
Alex covers science and environment issues, with a focus on local Canberra stories. alex.crowe@austcommunitymedia.com.au
