3 Suspects Wanted Following Armed Home Invasion

Johnston County deputies are searching for three suspects wanted following a home invasion early Sunday.  The home invasion was reported just after 1:00am on Hillside Place off Wendell Road near the Wake County line.

Three Hispanic men were inside their home when three Hispanic male suspects forced their way inside and at gunpoint robbed the victims of their cash and cell phones.  A 51 year-old victim was also struck in the face causing a laceration.

The Johnston County Sheriff’s Office said the 3 Hispanic suspect spoke to the victims in Spanish. They were also wearing masks. At least one suspect was armed with a rifle.

Anyone with information about the home invasion and robbery is asked to contact sheriff’s detectives at 919-989-5000. Callers can remain anonymous.