Father repels three armed intruders in Craigieburn home invasion
A 55-year-old man drove off three armed offenders in his Craigieburn home after they mistook it for a different target.
Three armed intruders stormed a family home in Craigieburn at midnight with a young child inside. Within seconds, a gunshot struck a glass table as the father fought back.
The family screamed for help as the invaders smashed through the house. Within 60 seconds, all three retreated to a dark-coloured SUV and fled.
The family escaped uninjured. The homeowner believes the trio targeted the wrong address and became enraged when they realised their mistake.
Police continue investigating.
- 55 years old
- Father's age
- 3 attackers
- Armed intruders
- Midnight
- Time of invasion
- 60 seconds
- Duration before retreat
Why it mattersHome invasions are rare but devastating. This case shows how a mistaken address can turn a crime into a dangerous family trauma.
AustraliaNo direct effect on other Australians, but home security and mistaken-identity cases are a live safety concern for residents across Melbourne.
