A man has been left seriously injured after a group of intruders stormed his home in Melbourne's north in the early hours of the morning.
The home invasion occurred at a property on Hampden Street in Dallas about 2.30am.
A 72-year-old man who was inside the home was assaulted by three or more people, according to Victoria Police.
Paramedics were called to the scene about 2.45am, before they took the victim to the Royal Melbourne Hospital in a stable condition with upper and lower body injuries.
It is unknown how the intruders got to and from the home.
Police have established a crime scene.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online atwww.crimestoppersvic.com.au.