Former AFL coach Mick Malthouse assaulted while fighting off home invaders
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Triple premiership-winning AFL coach Mick Malthouse has been assaulted while fighting off intruders during a burglary at his East Melbourne home.

The former Collingwood coach, 72, was home when two allegedly armed men broke in about 12.30am today.

Malthouse allegedly chased the offenders into a nearby laneway, where he was assaulted with a crowbar and screwdriver, 9News understands.

: Mick Malthouse is seen during the 2024 AFL Round 18 match between the Collingwood Magpies and the Geelong Cats at Melbourne Cricket Ground on July 12, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia.
The former Collingwood coach, 72, was at his home when two alleged armed men broke in about 12.30am today. (Getty images)

He allegedly fought back and wrestled one of the men.

Malthouse sustained minor injuries but refused medical treatment at the scene.

The offenders fled the scene on foot, police said.

: Carlton coach Mick Malthouse speaks at a press conference ahead of his record-breaking 715th games as coach during a Carlton Blues training session at Ikon Park on April 29, 2015 in Melbourne, Australi
Malthouse fought back and wrestled one of the men in a stairwell. (Photo by Wayne Taylor/Fairfax Media)

An investigation into the incident remains ongoing.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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