Police seized multiple knives and machetes after intercepting a vehicle in Altona on Sunday, the day after beginning a four month public safety initiative in the area.
It is alleged the vehicle was intercepted on Railway Street at about 4.45pm on 2 November by officers patrolling the area as part of Operation Summersafe, which began the day before on Saturday 1 November.
Officers searched the vehicle and allegedly found three knives, a machete and an amount of cannabis.
Two 17-year-olds from the Melton and Wyndham areas were issued with cautions for possessing a prohibited weapon, while an 18-year-old from Caroline Springs will be summonsed to attend court for possessing a prohibited weapon.
An 18-year-old from Melton will be summonsed to attend court for possessing a prohibited weapon and cannabis.
The 16-year-old driver will be summonsed to appear at court for possessing a prohibited weapon, and driving offences.
Operation Summersafe involves police conducting proactive patrols and having an increased presence at locations throughout Hobsons Bay that are popular during the summer months.
These include Altona and Williamstown beaches, the foreshaw area and surrounding parks, entertainment precincts and public transport hubs.
Operation Summersafe will continue through until the end of March next year.
