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Alert Protective Services Officers have arrested three teens following a robbery in Cranbourne.

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.

A group of 6-8 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, retuned home and reported the matter to police.

About 7.40pm Protective Services Officers at Cranbourne Railway Station, who had been made aware of the robbery, observed a group of teens matching the description of those involved in the earlier incident.

They arrested 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 enquires 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 www.crimestoppersvic.com.auExternal Link

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