A man has been assaulted during a home invasion in Sydney’s west overnight.
Just after 11.30pm (Saturday 11 June 2022), emergency services were called to a home on Koonoona Avenue, Villawood, following reports of a home invasion.
The occupant of the granny flat answered a knock at the door, when he was punched in the face, knocking him to the ground unconscious
Two men – wearing balaclavas – entered the home and threatened the female occupant with a firearm, before stealing clothing and fleeing.
The injured man had been live streaming on a social media platform at the time and police were notified.
Officers attached to Fairfield City Police Area Command attended along with NSW Ambulance paramedics.
The 33-year-old man was treated for a laceration to his head and taken to Liverpool Hospital in a stable condition.
A crime scene was established, which has been forensically examined.
Detectives have commenced an investigation into the incident and as inquiries continue, anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.