Two men have been stabbed during a violent home invasion at Hawks Nest.
Police say three men aged in their 30's or 40's forced their way into the Booner Street home at about 10.30pm on Monday, assaulting and stabbing a 78-year-old man in the abdomen.
Police report the group then went upstairs and began assaulting a 53-year-old man, stabbing him in the neck and the back eight times whilst he was attempting to flee.
The men stole a purse and car keys from a 40-year-old woman, before fleeing
the scene on foot.
The younger man was flown to John Hunter Hospital, in a stable condition.
The older man was driven to John Hunter Hospital suffering a stab wound and head injuries also in a stable condition.
The motive for the attack is not clear and it's not known at this stage if the victims and the attackers knew each other.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Investigations are continuing.
