Police have charged a man after illegal fireworks were detonated in Port Melbourne on New Year's Eve.
It's understood the illegal fireworks were let off in the vicinity of a surf lifesaving club around 11.50pm.
A 15-year-old girl and a woman in her 70's sustained minor injuries from the fireworks, however they did not require treatment at the scene.
A 23-year-old man from Roxburgh Park was arrested at the scene and has been charged with possess explosive substance and bailed to appear at Melbourne Magistrates' Court on 26 May 2022.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
Sergeant Anita Brens
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