Police are investigating an aggravated burglary and theft of a car in Reservoir this morning (3 April).
Investigators believe three males wearing balaclavas and armed with knives and screwdrivers, knocked on the door of a property on Excelsior Street before forcing their way inside just after 1am.
The offenders confronted two male occupants inside and demanded cash and the keys to a black Ford Mustang car at the property.
The offenders assaulted the two males stabbing a 56-year-old man to the abdomen and bashing a 45-year-old man.
Both men received non-life threatening injuries and were conveyed to hospital.
The offenders stole the car and fled.
The car has not been located and the investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with any information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
