Police have charged eight youths following a serious affray, in which some participants were allegedly armed with machetes and knives, at a Werribee shopping centre carpark on January 6.
Investigators said told a group of males were allegedly observed at the carpark about 9.40pm.
Multiple people were allegedly seriously assaulted during the affray.
After a group of males allegedly fled the scene, three males – believed to have been involved with the affray – presented themselves to hospital with non-life-threatening puncture wounds and lacerations.
Victoria Police announced today (January 26) that officers from the Westgate Alliance Taskforce have charged four youths with a range of offences including violent disorder, affray, armed with criminal intent, theft and weapons offences.
A 19-year-old Hoppers Crossing man has been remanded to face the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on February, 1.
A 17-year-old Hoppers Crossing boy has been bailed to face court at a later date and two 16-year-old Hoppers Crossing boys have been remanded to face court at a later date.
Police today executed further warrants in relation to the incident and arrested two additional males.
A 16-year-old Hoppers Crossing boy and an 18-year-old Point Cook man have been released pending further enquiries.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or with information that could assist police with their investigation is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or log onto www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
