Two men have been charged for allegedly breaking in and entering a house in Hay River, N.W.T.

The RCMP said on Jan. 9, the two armed men broke into a home, stole several items and then fled.

Police investigated and have charged a 22-year-old man and a 28-year-old man in connection with the incident.

They both face charges of break and enter with intent to commit robbery. They are both in police custody and appeared in court today.

Police say they expect further charges to be laid against the two suspects.