Quick Police Action Prevents Carjacking After Motorbike Pursuit in Werribee
Police have arrested a 19-year-old man following an alleged attempted carjacking in Werribee on 23 June. Officers reportedly observed a motorbike without registration plates near the intersection of Princes Highway and Tarneit Road and began following it just before 4:30 pm.
The motorbike rider dismounted on Nantilla Crescent and attempted to flee on foot. While fleeing, he allegedly tried to carjack a black Ford Falcon sedan but was unsuccessful in his attempt.
Police tackled and arrested the man at the corner of Sneydes Road and Princes Highway and took him into custody. The driver of the Ford Falcon was not injured during the incident.
The 19-year-old Werribee man is currently assisting police with their enquiries.
