Moorabbin Crime Investigation Unit detectives have arrested a teenage boy from the Yarra Ranges following a report of antisemitic behaviour in St Kilda East earlier this week.
The 15-year-old was arrested in Carrum in the morning of Wednesday 21 January and interviewed in relation to the alleged incident in Glen Eira Road about 9.50pm on 19 January.
The teen was also interviewed in relation to a series of offending in the south east area, including aggravated burglaries and vehicle theft.
He was charged with theft of motor vehicle and bailed to a Children’s Court at a later date.
Investigations into the St Kilda East incident remain ongoing and detectives continue to search for a second teen believed to be involved.
Police were originally told a group of up to five boys were on Glen Eira Road about 9.50pm on Monday 19 January when a white ute drove past.
It’s alleged the occupants of the vehicle yelled antisemitic abuse and then stopped a short distance away.
The victims ran across the road and the ute subsequently performed a U-turn and drove towards the victims.
Fortunately, no one was injured, and the vehicle drove from the scene.
Anyone with information, who witnessed the incident or with CCTV/dashcam footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at crimestoppersvic.com.au.
