Police Spot Stolen Mercedes in Ferntree Gully
Police arrested two people following a fast-moving pursuit across Knox on 29 March. Officers first spotted a stolen white Mercedes on Carlisle Road in Ferntree Gully about 3pm. Soon after, the Air Wing assisted police tracking the vehicle.
Stop Sticks Deployed as Pursuit Escalates
Police deployed stop sticks successfully during the pursuit. However, the Mercedes continued travelling at speed. The vehicle then moved along Burwood Highway toward Wantirna South. At one stage, the Mercedes travelled on two wheels before being abandoned.
Second Stolen Vehicle Crashes on Scoresby Road
A second stolen vehicle, a white Volkswagen Amarok, travelled in convoy with the Mercedes. The Amarok fled the area before colliding with another vehicle on Scoresby Road. Importantly, the second driver was not injured.
Two Arrested After Foot Pursuit
The driver of the Amarok, a 35-year-old Lang Lang woman, attempted to flee on foot. Police quickly arrested her at the scene. Meanwhile, officers arrested a 35-year-old Keysborough man nearby, who was linked to the Mercedes. Both remain in custody and will be interviewed by detectives.
