Shots fired as men with machetes argue at Melbourne shopping centre
Police converge on a shopping centre in Melbourne's north after shots were fired during an argument between men armed with machetes.
On Thursday evening, police were called to Craigieburn Central Shopping Centre in Melbourne's outer north following reports of shots fired during an argument between men armed with machetes. The shopping center was placed under lockdown around 7:10pm after two groups of males, both armed with machetes, were seen arguing. Two gunshots were reportedly heard.
However, there were no reports of injuries following the disturbance. It is understood that some of the males involved fled before police arrived. Victoria Police have increased patrols in the area to ensure community reassurance. A shopper described seeing masked individuals arguing before the shots were fired, with others fleeing or cowering on the floor.
Hume Mayor Carly Moore expressed concern, stating that such incidents are happening far too frequently across the state. Police are investigating the incident and urge anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers.
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