Teenagers charged over bag snatches after allegedly targeting lone women

Three teenagers have been charged with a series of bag snatches in Melbourne's south-east, targeting mostly lone women. The accused include two 16-year-olds and an 18-year-old man, all of whom face multiple charges related to the robberies. Police are still investigating the incidents, which involved a total of 21 robberies, including home invasions, petrol drive-offs, and other offenses.

On Monday, September 21, two cars were stolen from a Glen Waverley gym and later used in the robberies. Among the victims, a 64-year-old woman had her groceries stolen while waiting at traffic lights at Chadstone Shopping Centre, and a 54-year-old woman had her bag snatched near the intersection of Bluff and Highett roads in Highett earlier in the day. Police urge anyone with information or footage to contact Crime Stoppers.