Police Investigate Teen Affray Outside Manor Lakes Shopping Centre

Detectives from the Wyndham Crime Investigation Unit are investigating an altercation involving two groups of teenagers outside Manor Lakes Shopping Centre on Ballan Road on Tuesday, 15 October.

Police were called to the scene around 4:35 pm following reports of a physical confrontation between the groups. At least four police cars arrived at the scene to respond to the situation.

Police in Manor Lakes — Several officers arrived at the scene

While no injuries were reported, the offenders fled the scene in an unknown direction. During a search of the area, police, with the assistance of security personnel at the shopping centre, recovered a discarded knife in nearby bushes.

Knife found Manor Lakes — A knife had been discarded in nearby bushes

As part of their ongoing investigation, detectives are reviewing CCTV footage from the shopping centre and conducting interviews with witnesses in an effort to identify those involved in the altercation.

Knife evidence manor lakes — The knife was taken as evidence.

Police are urging anyone who witnessed the incident or has information to assist with their investigation to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.