A man has been charged after weapons were seized in Ardeer on Tuesday 2 December.
Officers responded to reports of three males spotted allegedly in possession of a machete and a baseball bat knocking on the door of a Chesley Street property about 5pm.
The three men, all from Truganina, were allegedly seen a short time later travelling nearby in a green Holden sedan.
Police pulled over the Holden and it is alleged the vehicles occupants matched the description of the trio spotted earlier.
The three males were arrested without incident.
Officers searched the vehicle and seized a firearm, baseball bat and machete.
A 19-year-old man was charged with possessing a general category handgun, possessing cartridge ammunition, possessing a prohibited weapon, possessing a controlled weapon and carrying dangerous article.
He was bailed to appear before the Sunshine Magistrate’s court on 3 March.
Two 18-year-old men were also interviewed in relation to the incident and were released pending further enquires.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
