Armed Crime Squad detectives have this morning charged an 18-year-old man with alleged extortion and blackmail.
Police executed a search warrant at a Mickleham address early this morning.
The 18-year-old has been charged with blackmail, extortion, attempt to pervert the court of justice and commit an indictable offence while on bail.
He will face Melbourne Magistrates' Court today.
It will be alleged he made threats against an 18-year-old victim demanding money, vehicles, and other items.
Police believe the 18-year-old victim was also asked to falsely nominate himself as the driver in an evade in Lalor in early September.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone who has more information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestoppervic.com.auExternal Link
Quotes attributed to Armed Crime Squad, Detective Acting Senior Sergeant Simon Pengelly:
"Put simply - police will not stand for anyone who deliberately threatens or endangers our community.
"We will do everything we can to ensure those who purposely intimidate members of the public and interfere with police investigations are held to account.
"Victoria Police has absolutely zero tolerance for anyone who believes they can operate above the law. We will leave no stone unturned when it comes targeting these offenders."
