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Two people charged over an alleged home invasion in Strathfieldsaye have been committed to stand trial in the County Court.
Jessica Ann Parker, 21, and Madison Thol Martin, 27, each entered pleas of not guilty in the Bendigo Magistrates' Court on Friday morning.
Martin was remanded in custody after not applying for bail. Parker was allowed to remain on bail.
They're due before the County Court on May 4 for a directions hearing.
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A WOMAN has told a court a man pointed a gun at her and demanded cash during a break-in at her Strathfieldsaye home.
The two people charged in relation to the alleged incident appeared at the Bendigo Magistrates' Court on Thursday for a committal hearing.
Madison Thol Martin, 27, is facing 11 charges, including aggravated burglary with intent to assault, reckless conduct endangering life, home invasion, and common law assault.
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Jessica Ann Parker, 21, has been charged with aggravated burglary and reckless conduct endangering life.
Police alleged on June 23 last year, Mr Martin and Ms Parker forced their way inside the Strathfieldsaye property.
Mr Martin allegedly entered with a firearm, while Ms Parker followed behind. It was alleged Mr Martin demanded money and pointed the firearm at the female victim.
The woman on Thursday gave evidence that she agreed to purchase a vehicle from Mr Martin for about $1800.
She told the magistrate she paid about $800 in cash upfront and then gave Mr Martin iPads and speakers as a form of payment.
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The woman said there was some money outstanding when she obtained the vehicle.
She told the court about 6.30pm on June 23, she was sitting in the living room of the Strathfieldsaye property with her partner when she heard loud banging and yelling.
The woman said Mr Martin forced his way into the house and pointed a firearm at her. She said at some point Mr Martin said to her, "you owe me money, where's my f****** money".
The woman told the court she was in shock during the alleged incident and "it all happened so quickly".
The woman's partner also gave evidence to the court on Thursday.
He told the magistrate he heard Ms Parker say "shoot her in the foot" and "give him the money" during the alleged incident.
The man also told the court he heard what sounded like a gunshot before Mr Martin and Ms Parker allegedly forced their way inside the property.
The committal hearing will continue on Friday, with the magistrate expected to decide whether the two co-accused should stand trial.
Mr Martin was remanded in custody, while Ms Parker's bail was extended.
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