Four arrested after alleged Westmeadows home invasion

Michaela Meade

Four men have been arrested following a Westmeadows home invasion on Sunday.

Investigators have been told four men entered a home on Ardlie Street through an open door about 8.45pm on January 9.

Police said once inside the premises, the men allegedly stole the occupant’s car keys before being disturbed by the occupant.

The four men fled the scene and were arrested a short distance away, police said.

According to police, the occupant was uninjured.

A 19-year-old Broadmeadows man and an 18-year-old Meadow Heights man have both been charged with home invasion, theft and assaults.

Both men are expected to be remanded in custody to appear at the Melbourne Magistrates Court on Monday.

A 19-year-old Meadow Heights man and a 20-year-old Broadmeadows man were released pending further inquiries.

Anyone with information should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or make a report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.