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Washington Co. Authorities Investigating Brazen Home Invasion

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) -- The Washington County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help after four men forced their way into a West Lakeland Township home.

At 7:58 p.m. Monday, sheriff's deputies responded the report of a home invasion robbery. When they arrived, the victim said that she had earlier responded to a knock on the door and saw two men wearing reflective utility vests, so she opened the door. The men then rushed in and bound her hands and feet with zip-ties.

During the course of the robbery, the victim noticed two additional men – at least two were wearing bandanas over their face. One suspect wore gloves and another brandished a black handgun.

The suspects took a safe along with jewelry and coins before fleeing, according to the sheriff's office.

If anyone has information related to this case, they can report it to the Sheriff's Office non-emergency number at 651-439-9381. You can remain anonymous.

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