Man charged with attempted murder in violent Lyneham home invasion
A 29-year-old has been charged with attempted murder after allegedly shooting and stabbing a victim during a home break-in.
A 29-year-old man from Gordon has been charged with attempted murder and aggravated burglary. The alleged break-in occurred on August 9 at 9:10pm.
Three men forcibly entered a residential unit in Lyneham. The victim was shot in the leg and stabbed in the head.
The 29-year-old is on remand for unrelated matters. He is expected to face court next month.
Officers from Canberra's major crime team are continuing their investigation into the two other men involved.
- August 9 at 9:10pm
- Time of incident
- Lyneham, a residential unit
- Location
- 29-year-old man from Gordon
- Suspect's age and origin
- Shot in the leg, stabbed in the head
- Injuries inflicted
Why it mattersThe case highlights the violence involved in home invasions and the dangers residents face.
AustraliaViolent home burglaries remain a serious crime concern in Canberra and the wider ACT region.
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