Shots fired into family home in 'targeted' Melbourne home invasion

Gun shots have been fired into a family home in Melbourne's north east during a violent home invasion overnight.

Two children were home at the time when several men forced their way into a Linton Avenue home in Templestowe Lower about 12.45am.

Police believe several shots inside however no one was struck.

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A man living inside the property was also assaulted during the attack, and was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening head injuries.

A woman and two children were not physically injured.

The offenders fled the scene and no arrests have been made at this stage.

Detectives believe the incident was targeted, but were still determining the motive.

Anyone who witnessed the incident, has dashcam/CCTV footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.