Seabrook crime: Police hunting masked machete-wielding burglars

A man has been slashed by machete-wielding bandits during a terrifying home invasion in Seabrook.

Masked men have slashed a man’s and with a machete during an attempted home invasion in Seabrook last week.

The offenders attempted to break into the St Anthony Court home about 4.40am on February 22 when they were confronted by the male occupant.

One of the masked men struck the victim’s hand with what is believed to be a machete, causing a large cut.

The offenders again tried to force their way into the home, but the female occupant managed to hold the door closed and they ran off through parkland toward Skeleton Creek.

The victim was taken to hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

Investigators have released CCTV and images of two men they believe can assist with their inquiries.

Anyone with information should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.