Police have arrested a teenager after an extended follow across Melbourne’s north this morning.
Officers spotted the stolen blue Hyundai SUV travelling along Epsom Road in Flemington about 12.15am.
The driver then sped off towards the Tullamarine Freeway, reaching speeds of up to 150km/h.
With the assistance from the Air Wing, police followed the driver to Honni Court in Fawkner, where the offender and his passenger dumped the vehicle, before fleeing the scene on foot.
It is understood the passenger jumped over fences and into bushes and was located a short time later by the K9 unit.
The 17-year-old boy was taken into custody and will be interviewed by police.
The driver was last seen running towards a park along Mahoneys Road.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, has dashcam footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
