Police have arrested a 36-year-old Seddon man after police observed him driving an allegedly stolen vehicle in Frankston on Friday, April 7.
Police observed the vehicle driving at high speeds down an emergency lane on Peninsula Link just before 11.30am on Friday, April 7.
Police followed the vehicle to Dame Elizabeth Murdoch Park where they approached the parked car.
The driver attempted to lock himself in the car and officers forced entry and deployed OC spray.
Police said the male armed himself with a blow torch and threatened police before fleeing on foot.
He ran into traffic on Cranbourne Road and attempted to stop a car.
The man tried to get into the car from the passenger-side but the woman inside managed to drive away.
Police arrested the man, before he was taken to hospital for observation and is now assisting police with their enquiries.
Details: 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
