Police have charged three teenagers following an alleged armed robbery in which a man was threatened with a machete and a hammer in Point Cook earlier this week.
A 20-year-old Elsternwick man was allegedly assaulted and robbed by two males on Kingsley Avenue about 3.40pm on Monday.
The man’s wallet and watch were stolen during the incident.
As well, the man sustained a serious injury to his hand which required medical treatment.
Westgate Wayward Taskforce detectives arrested a 19-year-old Altona Meadows man on Wednesday in relation to the alleged crime.
He has been charged with armed robbery, intentionally cause injury, recklessly cause injury, assault with weapon, obtain property by deception, possess controlled weapon and unlicenced driving.
He has been bailed to appear at the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on February 14, 2022.
A 19-year-old Point Cook man and a 15-year-old Hoppers Crossing girl were also arrested yesterday in relation to the incident.
The Point Cook man has been charged with armed robbery, intentionally cause injury, recklessly cause injury, assault with weapon, obtain property by deception and possess controlled weapon
He has been remanded and will appear at the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court today.
The Hoppers Crossing girl has been charged with armed robbery, intentionally cause injury, recklessly cause injury, assault with weapon, obtain property by deception and possess controlled weapon.
She has been bailed to appear at a children’s court at a later date.
Police executed search warrants at properties in Point Cook, Hoppers Crossing, Altona Meadows and Seabrook this week as part of the investigation into alleged armed robbery.
Detectives are continuing their investigation.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
