Three charged after Melbourne attack

Three teenagers have been charged over a South Melbourne attack on a man who refused to hand over his mobile phone.

The 22-year-old victim was assaulted on Cecil Street just before 2am and later helped police track down three of five suspects.

The Cranbourne trio, two aged 17 and an 18-year-old, have been charged with robbery and assault-related offences.

The 18-year-old has also been charged with handling stolen goods and has been bailed to appear in court in June.

The two 17-year-olds have been bailed to appear in a children's court at a later date.