On the 3-8-19 Brimbank Crime Investigation Unit detectives arrested two teenage boys following an alleged aggravated burglary in St Albans earlier that night.
Police received reports at around 11.40pm that two youths allegedly armed with knives forced their way into a West Esplanade home.
They attempted to take the keys to a car parked at the home however left with a mobile phone which police have since located.
Police were notified of the incident and the Air Wing was quickly dispatched to the area and was able to direct police on the ground towards two youths running from the scene.
Detectives and uniform police arrested two 15-year-old boys after a short foot chase.
The teens, from St Albans and Cairnlea, were both charged with home invasion and theft and will front a bail justice today.
If you have been the victim of a physical assault, armed robbery, domestic violence, road rage, aggravated burglary or other serious violent crime in Victoria, Australia, contact Victims of Crime Compensation & Counselling Services for immediate and professional advice and support by completing our enquiry form at www.victimsofcrime.com.au or email: support@victimsofcrime.com.au
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