11 March 2026

UPDATED: Police seek man in relation to Flinders break and enter investigation

| By Zoe Cartwright

Police want to speak to this man in relation to a violent break and neter that took place in Flinders earlier this year. Photo: NSW Police.

UPDATE March 11, 2026: Police have released images of a man they believe could help them investigate a violent break and enter that took place in Flinders.

A NSW Police spokesperson described the man as being of thin build. He is pictured wearing a black hooded jersey with a text graphic across the back, blue shorts and white shoes.

Three men were taken to hospital in serious conditions after the break and enter; they have since been discharged.

Anyone with information about this male or information about this incident or CCTV or dashcam footage of the area on the morning of Sunday 22 February 2026 to contact Lake Illawarra Police.

February 23, 2026: Three men were taken to hospital after a violent home invasion in Flinders on Sunday.

Police are asking for anyone with information about the attack to come forward as investigations continue.

A NSW Police spokesperson said officers were called to a home on Mummunga Close at about 3:40 am following reports of a home invasion.

“Officers attached to Lake Illawarra Police District attended and were told four unknown men wearing balaclavas, one armed with a knife, forced entry into the home’s converted garage and assaulted a 20-year-old man.

“Three other occupants – two men aged 19 and 43, and a 37-year-old woman – attempted to assist. However, the residents were further assaulted by the group before they ran away from the scene.”

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NSW Ambulance paramedics treated the 43-year-old man for stab wounds to the head and chest, the 20-year-old man for a stab wound to the leg and stomach, and the 19-year-old man for significant facial injuries.

They were all taken to hospital in a serious condition.

A crime scene has been established and investigations are underway.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Lake Illawarra Police District or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online.

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