A Wairarapa man has been left extremely shaken after a "terrifying ordeal" last night where a home invasion saw him threatened with a gun and hammer.
At around 1:30am on Saturday the Carterton resident was woken by a knock on his door. When he opened it he was confronted by four masked men - one brandishing a firearm and another holding a hammer.
They searched his house and stole personal items before fleeing in a vehicle.
Police say they believe this was a "targeted attack" specifically aimed at stealing cash and electrical items from the victim.
"The homeowner has experienced a terrifying ordeal and while not physically harmed, has been left extremely shaken," says Detective Senior Sergeant Barry Bysouth.
"We have referred the homeowner to our victim support service and continue to investigate the circumstances and follow positive leads to help identify the offenders."
Three were wearing bandannas and dark clothing. One is stocky and tall, another tall and slim and the third is small and thin. The firearm is described as long-barrelled and is likely to be a shotgun or rifle.
Police ask anyone who saw a vehicle in Frederick Street between 1:30 and 2:00am on Saturday to contact the Wairarapa Police on 105 and quote file number 200613/1775.
Alternatively they can contact Crimestoppers anonymously via 0800 555 111.
Police do not believe there is any risk from this group to the wider community at this time.
