Baby located safe and well

A baby boy has been reunited with his family following a search for a vehicle allegedly stolen from Keysborough this afternoon.

Emergency services were called to reports a white 2013 Toyota RAV 4 was allegedly stolen on Putt Grove about 2.10pm.

Investigators have been told an adult had just exited the still running Toyota when an unknown man allegedly entered the driver's seat and drove away from the scene with the 11-month-old baby still inside the vehicle.

The baby and the Toyota were located in Cranbourne around 5.40pm and a man was taken into custody.

A 46-year-old Frankston man in assisting police with their enquiries, and investigations are ongoing.

Anyone with information or dashcam footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or make a report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.auExternal Link.

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