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Two arrested after armed home invasion in Huon Valley

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The home invasion occurred around 3:35am in Cradoc. Image / File

Two people have been arrested following an alleged home invasion in the Huon Valley that police believe was targeted.

The pair allegedly broke into a Cradoc property about 3:35am on Thursday.

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Once inside they assaulted a resident and fled with several firearms and a Mitsubishi Triton.

The victim was treated for non-life-threatening injuries, police said.

Police arrested two people in the Huon Valley following the home invasion. Image / Pulse (File)

Police launched a significant response, deploying ground crews and helicopter to search for the suspects.

The stolen vehicle was found on fire in nearby Ranelagh shortly after 6am, prompting police to establish a large cordon around the area.

The stolen vehicle was found on fire in Ranelagh at 6am. Image / Pulse (File)

A man and woman were taken into custody shortly after 10am.

“At this stage police believe the incident was targeted,” police said in a statement.

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“Investigations are ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact South East CIB on 131 444 and quote OR796787.”

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