Police hunting for duo who allegedly broke into Tennant Creek home and attacked and robbed owner

POLICE are investigating an incident in which a man was assaulted at his own home

NT Police are investigating an incident in which a man was assaulted at his own home

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NT Police are searching for two offenders who assaulted a man at his home on the weekend.

At 3:45am on Sunday, two unknown offenders forced their way into a home on Blain Street, Tennant Creek, and began searching the premises when they were disturbed by the owner.

The pair attempted to flee when the man grabbed hold and restrained one offender while calling out to neighbours to assist.

The offender broke free and ran into the backyard where he armed himself with a rake and used it to assault the man before jumping the fence into a neighbouring yard.

The offender then armed himself with a length of wood and returned to the property where he attempted to assault the man again.

The resident sought refuge inside the house and contacted police.

A quantity of cash and some cigarettes were stolen during the incident.

The man suffered injuries to his right arm during the assault.

Police have conducted door knocks in the area and are seeking public assistance from anyone who may have CCTV footage of the area to contact them on 131 444.

If you have information which may assist with investigations call 131 444 or report it anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 and reference PROMIS number 9448055.

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