Protective Services Officers have arrested three teens at Cranbourne Railway Station after they were made aware of a robbery that took place earlier in the night.
Police have been told a 20-year-old Cranbourne East man was on a bus from Cranbourne Railway Station about 6.30pm on Monday 30 May when a group of six to eight teenage boys boarded the bus and approached the victim.
They allegedly demanded the victim’s wallet and phone before assaulting him and stealing his earphones.
The victim managed to get off the bus, returned home and reported the matter to police.
At roughly 7.40pm Protective Services Officers at Cranbourne Station, who were aware the robbery had taken place, observed a group of teens matching the description of those involved in the bus incident.
They arrested a 13-year-old Narre Warren boy, a 15-year-old Cranbourne West boy and a 16-year-old Hoppers Crossing boy and allegedly located property belonging to the victim.
The teens are currently assisting police with their enquiries while the investigation into the incident continues.
Anyone with information, who witnessed the incident or with further information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or file a confidential report online at crimestoppersvic.com.au
