A father protecting his primary school-aged child and partner was fired upon during a home invasion in Melbourne’s northern suburbs early on Tuesday morning, with a bullet striking a table in the room, Victoria Police said.
Three offenders broke into the Craigieburn home on Golf View Drive at about 12.30am where the man, a woman and child were sleeping, police said.
The father confronted the intruders, and one of them fired a gun, the bullet hitting a table. The trio fled the house and drove off in a waiting dark-coloured SUV, last seen close by on Aitken Boulevard.
The man, woman and child were not physically injured, police said.
Anyone with information or who may have witnessed the vehicle leaving is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or log onto www.crimestoppers.com.au.
Analysis
Why This Matters
- The incident highlights the threat of violent home invasions in suburban Melbourne.
- It underscores the risks faced by residents defending their families.
- Police are seeking public assistance to locate the offenders and the vehicle.
Background
Home invasions have been a recurring concern in parts of Melbourne, with police occasionally appealing for witnesses in such cases. The suburb of Craigieburn is about 25 kilometres north of the city centre.
Key Perspectives
- Victoria Police: The man confronted the offenders before one fired a shot that struck a table; no one was physically injured. The trio fled in a dark-coloured SUV.
What to Watch
- Whether police release further details or surveillance footage.
- Any arrest or identification of the vehicle on nearby streets.
- Community response and any calls for increased patrols in the area.