WATCH: One charged, three on the run following Silver Sands home invasion

Monday, 11 November 2024 09:07

By Monique Welhan

The incident was captured on CCTV. PIC: WA Police

The Gang Crime Squad is continuing their hunt for three men over a terrifying home invasion in Silver Sands.

Four men allegedly forced their way into a home on Seawind Drive around 4pm on November 2, armed with a rubber mallet and a knife.

"Once inside the home, it will be further alleged the men threatened the homeowner – a 50-year-old man – and physically assaulted him while demanding he open his safe. The men fled the area before police arrival," a WA Police spokesperson said.

The victim was taken to Peel Health Campus for treatment of cuts and bruises.

On November 6, detectives arrested a 38-year-old man who is a member of the Naala Moort street gang.

The Falcon man has been charged with a string of offences including aggravated armed robbery, assault occasioning bodily harm, drug possession and aggravated burglary and commit.

He is next due to appear before the Perth Magistrates Court on December 5.

The man was arrested in Dudley Park. PIC: WA Police 

Detectives have also released the identity of another man who is wanted for questioning over the home invasion.

Ka Fai George Chan is described as being approximately 182cm tall, of medium build with brown hair and brown eyes.  

The 34-year-old is known to frequent both the Broome and Mandurah areas and surrounds.

Ka Fai George Chan. PIC: WA Police

If sighted, do not approach Mr Chan but contact police immediately on 131 444.  

Anyone with information in relation to the whereabouts of Mr Chan or the other two men is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or report online via www.crimestopperswa.com.au.  

People reporting information to Crime Stoppers may remain anonymous if they wish. 

 

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