Police have charged a teenage boy after he tried to flee from an allegedly stolen car that crashed in Hawthorn.
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 on Tuesday, 27 August.
The two occupants ran from the scene, however, one teen was detained by a member of the public.
Police arrived shortly after and took that boy into custody.
Checks revealed the Mercedes was allegedly stolen from an address in Ivanhoe East on 21 August.
A 16-year-old Mooroopna boy has since been charged with theft of motor vehicle and possess a controlled weapon.
He will face a childrens court at a later date.
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.
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.
