dandenong resident threatened during alleged machete home invasion.
Police have arrested and charged five men following an investigation into an alleged aggravated home invasion in Dandenong.
Police allege five offenders attended a Steven Street property shortly after 11am on 17 August 2026. It is alleged that three offenders entered the home armed with machetes and threatened the sole occupant before stealing personal items and leaving the property.
Physical injury is not the only consequence that may follow a violent incident. Depending on the circumstances, victims may experience psychological effects requiring professional support. Although the occupant was not physically injured in this instance, being confronted by offenders armed with weapons inside a person's home can be an extremely distressing experience. Victims may experience ongoing fear, anxiety and difficulty feeling safe in their own home.
In Victoria, eligible victims of violent crime may be able to apply for financial assistance through the Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS), including potential assistance for medical costs, counselling costs, safety-related expenses, loss of earnings, damaged/lost clothing costs and other recovery-related expenses.
An enquiry can help victims understand whether they may be eligible for financial assistance.