Police have arrested four men following a vicious armed break-in and assault at Dover Gardens this morning.
Police say that just after 4am today, officers were called to a house on Branksome Terrace, after reports four men armed with hammers and a large knife, forced their way inside.
“A male occupant was punched in the face as the suspects demanded keys to a car and then fled as police arrived,” SA Police said in a statement.
“Patrols quickly cordoned off the area and with the assistance of PD Zac and his handler, two suspects were located on nearby roofs while another two were located hiding in rear yards on Harrow Street and Crown Street.”
A 21-year-old and a 27-year-old, both from Moonta, a 34-year-old from Wallaroo Mines and a 25-year-old from Kadina, were all charged with aggravated serious criminal trespass, assault, property damage and carry offensive weapon.
The men are expected to be refused bail and will front the Christies Beach Magistrates Court later today.
Police say the victim received a minor injury to his face.
