Police are appealing for information following an aggravated break and enter in the Western Plains yesterday morning.

About 4.10am (Wednesday 24 February), an unidentified man forced entry into a building on the Newell Highway, Coonabarabran.

The man then assaulted a cleaner – a 58-year-old man – before he fled the location on foot into the bushland.

The cleaner was later treated at the scene by NSW Ambulance Paramedics for minor injuries.

Officers attached to Orana Mid-Western Police District attended and commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Police say they would like to speak with a man they believe may be able to assist with their inquiries.

He is described as wearing a black face covering, hoodie, pants and dark shoes.

As inquiries continue, anyone with information is urged to call Coonabarabran Police on 02 6842 7299 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.