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Police arrested three men after an allegedly stolen car stopped in Wyndham Vale, sparking a foot chase through nearby parkland. Two suspects remain on the run as investigations continue in Melbourne’s west.
Three men have been arrested after police tracked an allegedly stolen car through Wyndham Vale on Monday night, 23 March.
Officers spotted the stolen MG on Bassett Avenue just after 8pm, before it came to a stop on Brightvale Boulevard.
Moments later, five occupants jumped out and ran into a nearby park, sparking a short foot pursuit.
Police arrested three of the men at the scene.
A 24-year-old Tarneit man, a 22-year-old Hoppers Crossing man, and an 18-year-old Point Cook man are now assisting police with their enquiries.
Two other occupants managed to escape and remain outstanding, with investigations ongoing.
A machete was also located and seized from inside the vehicle.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
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