Machete-armed trio on the run after attempted arson attack in Melbourne
Police are on the hunt for three armed men armed with machetes who attempted to set a tobacco shop on fire.
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Three men armed with machetes are on the run after an attempted arson attack on a tobacco shop in Melbourne.
Officers were told the three men doused the front and back of the business with a liquid and tried to set it on fire about 11.20pm on Sunday on Racecourse Rd, Flemington.
After failing to set the liquid alight, the trio assaulted two staff members before fleeing the scene, police said.
One of the tobacco shop’s staff members chased after the group with an axe to a dark blue Holden Commodore station wagon, swinging at the vehicle as it drove away in a northerly direction.
Police are investigating the incident.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online.
Originally published as Machete-armed trio on the run after attempted arson attack in Melbourne
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