An Evatt resident was threatened with knives after disturbing several people inside their McGill Street home early Sunday morning.

Police say the intruders fled and were chased by the resident, who was confronted by three people, two them allegedly armed with knives.

All three offenders were wearing dark-hooded jumpers, dark or grey pants and black face coverings.

Anyone with information about the incident, or dashcam footage from the Evatt area before 2am on Sunday, is urged to contact police via the Crime Stoppers website or 1800 333000.