Geelong police arrested three youths in Norlane following an alleged armed robbery in Hoppers Crossing on Wednesday morning.
Investigators received reports that a group of males attended a service station on Heaths Road, Hoppers Crossing, in a stolen Ford about 4.30am.
The three youths allegedly forced entry to the service station with hammers and stole cash and cigarettes before fleeing in the car.
Geelong police arrested three youths in the Ford in Norlane, about 5.40am.
The two 16 year olds and a 17 year old remained in custody and were assisting police with their inquiries.
Police were yet to establish how many offenders were involved in the armed robbery and continued to investigate the incident.
The Ford was reported stolen during an alleged aggravated burglary in Geelong on 25 September.
Police urged anyone with any information to phone Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
