In short:
Two Wyndham Vale men are arrested after a shooting in Werribee left residents shaken. Police continue to search for a third suspect.
Third suspect still at large.
Westgate Divisional Response Unit officers charged two men after shots were allegedly fired into the bedroom of a Werribee home last month.
A silver sedan arrived outside a Powlett Street property about 9.10pm on 5 September. It is alleged three male occupants got out and fired multiple shots into the front window before fleeing. Six people were inside at the time; no physical injuries were reported.
After extensive enquiries, police executed a search warrant at a Wyndham Vale address on 26 September. A 19-year-old Wyndham Vale man was arrested and charged with conduct endangering life, discharge firearm into residential premises, prohibited person possess firearm, and discharge firearm in a public place. He was remanded to appear before Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on 5 January.
A 21-year-old Wyndham Vale man was arrested last week and charged with conduct endangering life and discharge firearm into residential premises. He was remanded to face Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on 6 January.
Police believe one man remains outstanding and the investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information, dashcam or CCTV is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
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