Three teenagers arrested over alleged burglary spree in Melbourne

Three teenage boys were arrested in Melbourne's north-eastern suburbs on Friday morning, following a series of alleged burglaries and thefts. The trio - a 15-year-old and two 17-year-olds - were charged with various offenses including aggravated burglary and attempted theft from motor vehicles. Detective reports confirm the arrests occurred in Darebin, following incidents in Balwyn North, Templestowe, Bulleen, and other localities. The charges come as youth crime becomes a prominent issue in Victoria's upcoming state election.