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Teen Arrested Over Alleged Antisemitic Ute Pursuit of Schoolboys in St Kilda East

Linked by police to a string of thefts, the 15-year-old remains on bail pending a Children’s Court date.

Overview

  • Police arrested a 15-year-old in Carrum on Thursday in connection with the Monday night incident in St Kilda East.
  • Officers say the teen is linked to multiple thefts and burglaries, and he has not been charged over the pursuit at this stage.
  • CCTV footage shows a stolen ute making a U-turn before allegedly chasing five boys, aged 15 and 16, who had left Adass Israel School.
  • A second teenage suspect is being sought by detectives, who are appealing for public CCTV or dashcam footage to assist the inquiry.
  • Community leaders condemned the conduct, with the Anti-Defamation Commission urging firm consequences for those responsible.