NSW police investigate home invasion

Investigations are underway following a home invasion in Sydney’s north-west today.

Just before 2.30am (Tuesday 17 December 2019), emergency services were called to a house on John Street, Baulkham Hills, following reports of a home invasion.

Police have been told the occupant, an 87-year-old man, awoke to find two unknown men in his house, who demanded money from him.

The two men – dressed in all black with their faces covered – stole cash before fleeing the scene. The man was not injured during the incident.

Officers from The Hills Police Area Command established a crime scene and commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident, with assistance from the Dog Unit and Ryde Police Area Command.

As inquiries continue, anyone who may have information, dashcam footage or CCTV are urged to contact The Hills Police Station on (02) 9680 5399 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence.

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