Police are investigating a series of incidents in Melbourne’s south-eastern suburbs on 22 and 23 February.
Three unknown offenders entered a residential property on Riverside West in Patterson Lakes on 22 February about 7.10am.
Whilst the occupants of the home were asleep, the offenders stole a handbag containing bank cards and cash.
The offenders left and attempted to gain entry to multiple other homes and vehicles on the same street however were unsuccessful.
The second incident occurred when occupants of a home on Honeyeater Way in Pakenham awoke to banging noises on 23 February about 4am.
The victim went to the front door and observed multiple offenders, carrying machetes and baseball bats, attempting to gain access to the property before fleeing.
Shortly after, two occupants of a property on Astley Way in Lynbrook woke to commotion inside their home about 4.20am.
One occupant observed two offenders inside the house, with further offenders outside armed with machetes.
The offenders were spooked by the occupants’ dogs and fled in a black Audi SUV and white Mitsubishi ASX.
No one was physically injured during the incidents, and it is believed they are all linked.
The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone who witnessed any of the incidents, with footage or dash cam or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or or anonymously at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
