Pair arrested after evading police

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Police arrested two men after they evaded police in an allegedly stolen car after being approached in Sunshine.

Officers were called to a welfare check on two men in a car on Wright Street, Sunshine about 9am.

The pair evaded police in the stolen white BMW mini coupe when officers approached.

With the assistance of Air Wing, the vehicle was followed through Footscray, Melbourne CBD, Moonee Ponds and Broadmeadows.

Officers swiftly arrested the pair when they collided with a fence in Finchley Avenue, Glenroy just after 10am.

The driver, a 29-year-old Cranbourne man, was transported to hospital with minor injuries.

The passenger, a 28-year-old St Albans man, was transported to hospital for observation.

The pair remain under hospital guard and the investigation remains ongoing.

Anyone with information can contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.