Five boys from the western suburbs have been charged with a number of offences following a series of armed robberies.

It’s believed the robberies occurred between 2 April and 28 April and spanned across suburbs from Point Cook to Glen Waverley to Craigieburn.

A 16-year-old boy and four 17-year-old boys were collectively charged with 40 armed robbery offences.

The boys are set to appear at a Children’s Court.

Four other boys were initially arrested, however they were later released without charge.

The investigation continues.

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