Two assaulted during home invasion at Dapto

An investigation is underway after two men were assaulted during a home invasion in the Lake Illawarra region tonight.

About 9.20pm (Tuesday 25 April 2020), police were called to Burke Road, Dapto, following reports two men had forced entry into a unit.

Police have been told the men stabbed a 28-year-old man and punched a 41-year-old man before stealing a car form the location.

The younger man suffered a minor stab wound to his hand and leg and was treated on scene by NSW Ambulance paramedics before being taken to Wollongong Hospital.

The older man suffered a minor face injury.

Officers from Lake Illawarra Police District have established a crime scene and are investigating the incident.

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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