Masked gang of eight armed with MACHETES storm family home leaving two injured in 'terrifying' attack
- The Machete wielding gang broke into a family home in Walthamstow, London
- The residents were able to fight back, leaving the suspects empty handed
- Two of the victims received minor injuries following the burglary in April
Eight men wielding machetes are on the run after storming a family home in a 'terrifying' attack.
Officers are appealing to the public to identify the masked gang members after the break in, which left two injured.
The Metropolitan Police issued CCTV images of four men they wish to speak to in relation to an aggravated burglary on Brookscroft Road in Walthamstow, North East London.
It was reported that the group stormed the home at around 5am on April 1.
The men can be seen obscuring their appearances with hats, hoods and Covid-19 face coverings in the CCTV footage.
During the robbery, four people were threatened and demanded to hand over any valuables.
The men can be seen obscuring their appearances with hats, hoods and Covid-19 face coverings in the CCTV footage
However, the residents were able to fight back and the suspects left empty handed.
Two of the victims received minor injuries following the struggle. They were both taken to hospital before later being discharged.
Officers attended the scene and carried out a forensic examination, where they recovered CCTV footage and took statements from the victims.
As part of their investigation the force became aware of another aggravated burglary that had occurred at a nightclub in Clacton-on-Sea in Essex on the same night.
Following a review of the circumstances of the incident, it was decided that the Met would investigate both offences.
A Met Police spokesperson said the attack was a 'terrifying' experience for the family
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Officers attended the scene and carried out a forensic examination, where they recovered CCTV footage and took statements from the victims
PC David Havard, from the burglary and robbery team in Waltham Forest, said: 'This was a terrifying experience for the family involved and we are committed to tracking down those who carried out this awful crime.
'As part of our enquiries we can now share images of three men who we want to speak to. I would ask anybody who recognises the men in these images to contact police immediately.'
If you recognise the men in the pictures you can call 101 or tweet @MetCC quoting CAD 1062/01Apr.
To remain anonymous contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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