Maroondah Crime Investigation Unit detectives have charged a teenage boy following an aggravated burglary in Croydon this morning.
Police have been told the teen was disturbed while allegedly rummaging around the kitchen area of the Niel Street home shortly after 2am.
The teen was confronted by a female resident when he allegedly grabbed one of the kitchen knives and demanded phones and cash.
A male occupant of the house who was woken by the commotion confronted the teen and chased him into the yard.
Police arrived and arrested the teen a short time later.
The residents of the home weren't physically injured in the incident.
A 17-year-old Croydon boy has been charged with armed robbery, aggravated burglary, possess drug of dependence and possess proceeds of crime.
He has been remanded to appear at a children's court at a later date.
