Two teenagers have been charged following a spate of alleged armed robberies targeting businesses in Wyndham recent days.
An allegedly stolen grey Mercedes Benz was used in a total of 27 alleged incidents, including armed robberies, burglaries and thefts, since Tuesday, July 1.
The vehicle was involved in incidents between 10pm on July 1 and 3.30am on July 2 in Werribee, Tarneit, Truganina, Laverton North, Williams Landing, Bentleigh East and Nunawading.
Alleged incidents involving the same getaway vehicle took place across Melbourne’s south-eastern suburbs between 6pm and 2.30am on July 3.
There were no physical injuries during the incidents.
Officers spotted the Mercedes, which was allegedly stolen from Hoppers Crossing on June22 , whilst patrolling in Pakenham about 6am on July 4.
It was located parked on Olivia Court a short time later.
Two teenagers were arrested nearby and a third offender fled on foot.
A 15-year-old boy and a 17-year-old boy, both from the Greater Dandenong area, have been charged with seven counts of aggravated burglary, attempted aggravated burglary, two counts of burglary, four counts of armed robbery, four counts of attempted armed robbery, theft of motor vehicle, four counts of theft and failing to stop on police direction.
They were remanded to appear at a children’s court at a later date.
Police believe other offenders are outstanding and investigations remain ongoing.
Anyone who witnessed any of the incidents, has dashcam footage/CCTV or with any information that could assist police is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit an online confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
