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Police appeal after Thornton home invasion

Police are appealing for information after a man was assaulted during a home invasion at Thornton last night.

The alleged assault took place around 10:25pm last night at a home on Railway Avenue, Thornton.

Police were told six unknown men, armed with tools and metal objects, forced entry into a home before ransacking the premises.

When the group was confronted by the resident, an 18-year-old man, he was assaulted, resulting in lacerations to his face and head.

Emergency services were called and the resident was taken to hospital where he remains in a serious but stable condition.

Officers attended and established a crime scene which has been forensically examined.

As inquiries into the incident continue, anyone with information is urged to call Maitland Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000

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