Three masked men invade Ceres home, assault residents

Three men are being sought by police after a violent home invasion in Ceres, California. The incident occurred late Saturday night on Willow Pond Court. The suspects, wearing masks and armed with weapons, broke into the home just before midnight. They forced three residents into the living room and tied their hands. Reports indicate that the homeowner was assaulted multiple times during the break-in as the attackers tried to intimidate him. The intruders stole cash and firearms before fleeing the scene. The homeowner suffered minor injuries and was taken to a local hospital for treatment. Police have not disclosed why this specific home was targeted. They are asking anyone with information about the incident to contact Stanislaus Area Crime Stoppers or a Ceres police detective.