Detectives arrest man seizing guns and drugs

Southern Metro Crime Team detectives have arrested a man and located firearms and drugs at Oakleigh East this afternoon, Victoria Police say.

Investigators executed a search warrant at the home about 1.15pm.

During the search a firearm believed to be an AK-47 and an imitation firearm were located and seized.

Police also seized a quantity of what is alleged to be cannabis.

An 18-year-old Oakleigh East man was arrested at the scene.

He is currently assisting investigators with their enquiries.

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