Police arrest two in firearms seized in Chirnside Park

Police have arrested two men and seized firearms after a stolen car crashed at Chirnside Park.

Emergency services were called to reports a car had crashed into a tree off Ramset Drive about 11.10pm.

Officers arrived and discovered the red Toyota Camry unattended.

The vehicle was allegedly stolen from Noble Park on 27 August.

It was also allegedly involved in a road rage incident on Manchester Road at Mooroolbark where a firearm was produced about 10.10pm.

Canine units searched the area and two men were arrested nearby without incident.

Officers located two firearms in the possession of one of the men.

A 27-year-old Ringwood man and a 27-year-old Launching Place man are currently assisting investigators with their enquiries.

The investigation remains ongoing.

Investigators are appealing for anyone who may have seen the vehicle, particularly in the Lilydale area, or has information that could assist police with their enquiries to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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