Police are investigating an armed robbery at Rochedale South this morning, 30 April.

Just after 2am, five masked males gained entry to a home on Rhonda Street.

Two of the males were armed with what appeared to be a firearm, and one with a pinch-bar.  

Inside, the group woke the five occupants – three adults and two teen juveniles – and demanded cash and drugs.

A 33-year-old female occupant was struck on the head with a firearm causing bruising and a laceration, and a 42-year-old male occupant was struck on the right hand and leg with the pinch-bar causing superficial injuries.

The group then stole a box of personal property including phones and other items, before fleeing.

The two injured adults were treated at the scene and did not require hospitalisation.

Detectives urge anyone with information, relevant CCTV or dash-camera footage to contact police.

Investigations continue.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

Operation Yankee Forge is a six-month, district-led, statewide initiative targeting high-harm and high-volume offences, including unlawful use of motor vehicles, unlawful entry and robbery.

The operation will enhance policing activities across Queensland to reduce victim numbers and strengthen community safety.

Police regions, supported by specialist squads, will undertake coordinated disruption activities across the state. Police will target high-harm offenders and work closely with partner agencies to ensure offenders are held accountable. With a strong focus on crime prevention, police will be highly visible as they prevent, disrupt and investigate offending, with particular emphasis on unlawful use, robbery and unlawful entry.

The operation will be locally led and centrally coordinated, leveraging the knowledge and experience of officers who know their communities best.

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