Offenders arrested in Melbourne car theft operation

14 August 2024, 3:15 pm

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Offenders arrested in Melbourne car theft operation
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Offenders arrested in Melbourne car theft operation
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Victorian Police recently concluded Operation Vista in Melbourne’s west, resulting in the arrest of almost 20 individuals and the recovery of four stolen vehicles. The operation, which ran from August 5 to 8 in the Wyndham City area, saw the Westgate Divisional Response Unit targeting vehicle theft. Among those arrested were four 16-year-old boys who fled from a stolen BMW and crashed into a police car, leading to their capture by the police Air Wing. Additional arrests were made in connection with stolen motorbikes and cars, with a total of 10 people taken into custody for various offenses. Police emphasized the importance of locking vehicles to prevent opportunistic crimes in the area.

Brands mentioned: BMW, Toyota

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