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Halton Regional Police say two people were arrested following a violent home invasion early Thursday morning in Oakville.

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Police say officers were called around 2:25 a.m. after multiple suspects broke into a home on Bellwood Ave. forcing open the front door.

According to police, the suspects confronted a male resident in a bedroom and demanded cash. The victim was hit in the head, face and upper body.

The suspects then stole a Mercedes sedan in the driveway and fled, police said.

The victim was transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

On Thursday afternoon, police said two suspects were arrested in Toronto and officers recovered the stolen vehicle.

Jayden Batiste, 18, of Vaughan, and Dyante Johnson, 18, of Brampton, were each charged with aggravated assault, robbery, breaking and entering, possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000, escape from lawful custody, motor vehicle theft, disguise with intent, fraudulent use of a credit card and failure to comply with a release order.

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Both were held pending a bail hearing.

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“Breaking into a residence at 2am, violently assaulting a sleeping resident as he lay in bed, all in an effort to steal his car. Unfathomable,” said Supt. Dave Costantini.

“Two criminals arrested while occupying the victim’s stolen car, facing charges for previous offences,” he added. “Unconscious. Our officers will continue to relentlessly pursue anyone who threatens the safety and security of our residents.”

Anyone with information is asked to call police at 905-825-4777 ext. 2216 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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