Armed Crime Squad detectives have arrested a further two men as they continue to investigate reports that a firearm was discharged towards police as they responded to an incident in Whittington last week.
The arrest of the 26 and 37-year-old men, subsequent to the arrest of five people last week, followed the execution of five search warrants in Newcomb, Thomas and Whittington (x3) on Saturday 16 February about 5.30pm.
Detectives have been told that police responding to a report of an allegedly stolen car at an address in Surveyor Court, and witnesses nearby, reported what sounded like a gunshot in the area about 4am on Monday 11 February.
Armed Crime Squad Detective Senior Sergeant Tim Hayward said the report of a firearm being discharged within the vicinity of our police and also of nearby residents is of great concern.
“Investigators still have a number of enquiries to make with regard to this concerning incident and we’re appealing for anyone with any information to come forward,” D/S/Sgt Hayward said.
Investigators seized stolen goods, drugs and shot gun ammunition during the raids.
The two men were charged with a number of offences including handle stolen goods and possess ammunition.
The 26-year-old man was remanded in custody to appear at the Geelong Magistrates’ Court on 7 March.
The 37-year-old man was bailed to appear at the Geelong Magistrates’ Court on 6 June.
The arrests last week include; a 43-year-old man, a 42-year-old man, a 32-year-old woman and a 31-year-old man who have all been interviewed and released pending further enquires.
A 45-year-old Whittington man was also arrested on an outstanding warrant.
He was charged with possess a drug of dependence, handle stolen goods and possess ammunition.
He has been bailed to appear at Geelong Magistrates’ Court on 30 May.
Forensic tests are continuing in relation to the alleged gunshot.
Police are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the incident or anyone who has information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at .
