Home invasion in Auchenflower, QLD

North Brisbane detectives are investigating an armed robbery and assault at a unit in Auchenflower.

At 1.30am on December 22, two men and a woman gained entry to the McIlwraith Street home.

A 25-year-old woman and 32-year-old man were home at the time.

One of the men punched the 32-year-old resident in the right cheekbone.

The man slammed shut the front door locking it, preventing the victims from leaving the unit for a period of three hours.

The man produced a large knife and threatened the two occupants, demanding property. A second male has then kicked the 32-year-old male resident in the leg and punched him in the cheek.

One of the men and the woman located property from the unit whilst the third male held the occupants at knife point.

The three offenders left the unit a short time later stealing cufflinks, a torch, shoulder bag and personal accessories.

A 27-year-old Bellmere man has been arrested and charged with one count of deprivation of liberty, robbery whilst armed, ender dwelling and commit and three counts of common assault. He has been remanded to appear in Brisbane Magistrate's Court on February 25.

A 19-year-old Bethania woman has been arrested and charged with one count of deprivation of liberty, robbery whilst armed, ender dwelling and commit and three counts of common assault. She has been remanded to appear in Brisbane Magistrate's Court on March 18.

Police would like to speak with this man (pictured) as they believe he can assist with the investigation. Anyone who knows of his whereabouts are asked to contact them.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.

You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.

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