Police say they’ve been called to a unit on Martindale Street at Wallsend following reports of a home invasion overnight.
Officers were told an occupant answered a knock on the door when he was struck with a hammer by a man wearing a balaclava.
The man was further assaulted inside by two men who damaged walls and a window before leaving.
A crime scene’s been established by Newcastle City officers, as inquiries continue anyone with information’s being asked to contact Crime Stoppers.
