Teenaged trio arrested over Melbourne nightclub arsons
Three teenagers have been arrested in connection with a series of arson attacks on nightclubs in Melbourne. The suspects, two 18-year-olds and a 17-year-old, allegedly attempted to set fire to venues including La Di Da and Electric Bar. Police have stated that all recent arson incidents in the CBD have now been accounted for with these arrests.
- ▪The trio is accused of ram raiding La Di Da nightclub and Electric Bar before attempting to ignite them.
- ▪One of the suspects reportedly set himself on fire during the incidents.
- ▪The arrests are part of a larger investigation, Operation Eclipse, targeting arson attacks on hospitality venues in Melbourne.
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- ▪ Three arrested for alleged role in Melbourne nightclub fires — The Sydney Morning Herald
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Teenagers arrested for alleged arson attacks on Melbourne nightclubsTopic:CrimeWed 20 May 2026 at 3:01pmWed 20 May 2026 at 3:01pmWed 20 May 2026 at 3:01pmPolice have arrested three people today over alleged arson attacks at Melbourne nightlife venues. (Supplied: Victoria Police)In short:Three males have been arrested in relation to alleged arson attacks on Melbourne nightclubs earlier this month.Investigators allege the trio ram raided La Di Da nightclub and Electric Bar before attempting to set each venue on fire.Victoria Police say the alleged culprits of every Melbourne CBD arson attack in recent months have now been arrested.abc.net.au/news/victoria-three-arrested-melbourne-nightclub-fires/106701982Link copiedShareShare articleThree people have been arrested over a string of alleged…
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