Man allegedly abducted and stabbed in vehicle in Melbourne’s north-east

Three people charged after car allegedly stolen in Northcote and an 18-year-old man was abducted

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Three people have been charged after an 18-year-old man was allegedly abducted and stabbed in Melbourne's inner north-east, prompting a police chase.

A worker at a hire company at Northcote in the city's north called police about 9.40pm on Sunday, after their silver Hyundai was allegedly stolen from Mitchell Street.

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