Three teens arrested for Melb robberies

Three teenagers have been arrested following a series of armed robberies at service stations and shops across Melbourne.

Each of the boys, aged 15, 16 and 18, were charged with eight armed robberies and three motor vehicle thefts, police say.

An 18-year-old Sunshine West man has been remanded in custody and the two boys, who fronted the Children's Court on Wednesday, also remain behind bars.