Overview

• Detectives arrested two 19-year-olds, an 18-year-old, three 16-year-olds and a 15-year-old on September 18.
• Warrants were executed at properties in Melton South, Thornhill Park, Caroline Springs, Sunbury, Wollert, Hillside and Sydenham.
• Chol Achiek, 12, and Dau Akueng, 15, were fatally stabbed on September 6 while walking home in Cobblebank.
• Investigators say the inquiry remains active, with increased patrols in the area and work under way with local community groups.
• Police appealed for public tips via Crime Stoppers and said support services remain in place for the families.