Police have arrested a teenage boy after he tried to flee from a stolen car in Hawthorn on 27 August.
Officers have been told the Mercedes lost control and rolled before it landed on its side on a footpath on Barton Street just before 9am.
The two occupants ran from the scene, however one teen was detained by a member of the public.
Police arrived shortly after and took the 16-year-old Mooroopna boy into custody.
Police continue to search for the second male offender, who is described as having a fair complexion, long blonde hair and wearing a black cap, black and white scarf, black hoodie and black pants.
It is understood the Mercedes was stolen from an address in Ivanhoe East on 21 August.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has dashcam or CCTV footage, are urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
