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Men charged after Norlane shoot-out

By ALANA MITCHELSON

Three men have been charged and one arrested after a shoot-out in Norlane last night.
Shots were exchanged between two moving cars near The Boulevard, Norlane, at about 6.30pm and several firearms were seized, according to police investigators.
Local area commander Inspector Graham Banks said that no one was injured during the incident and a joint investigation led by detectives from the Armed Crime Task Force is ongoing.
“Three males have been charged and are expected face bail hearings at the Geelong Magistrates’ Court later today,” Insp Banks said.
“The fourth man has been released and is still assisting police with ongoing enquiries.”
Police have spoken to a number of witnesses and are appealing to others with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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