The incident occurred at around 3.00am on New Year’s Day when two males were disturbed while inside the premises. Following their disturbance one of the burglars assaulted a 44 year old woman with a bottle injuring her face.

Detectives have issued descriptions of the two suspects and are appealing for any information or for anyone who may have witnessed the two culprits fleeing from the property to contact them.

Male one is described as white, around 5ft 6ins tall , of slight build with short, dark brown hair. He was wearing skinny fit dark jeans and a dark coloured T-shirt. He was aged in his late teens or early twenties.

The second male is also white and around 6 ft – 6ft 2 ins tall. He is of slim build, medium brown hair which is short on the sides and a combed over on top. He was the same age as the first male. He was wearing skinny fit tan coloured Chinos and a slim fit T-shirt which was light coloured with a logo on the front and a medium blue zipped hooded top which was open.

Detective sergeant Paul Mason of Bridgend CID said:

“This was a very serious assault which resulted in the victim receiving hospital treatment for her injuries.

“There were a number of people gathered outside the neighbouring take-away restaurant and we are appealing for anyone who may be able to assist us in apprehending those responsible to contact us.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact DS Paul Mason at Bridgend CID on 01656 679518 or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.