Police seize 85 imitation weapons from shop at Highpoint Shopping Centre Maribyrnong Inspector Tony Long with the seized imitation firearms. POLICE have seized 85 imitation weapons, including assault rifles, from a shop in Highpoint Shopping Centre. The police raided the Maribyrnong store yesterday and discovered 74 imitation hand guns, including pistols and revolvers, 10 rifles and a throwing axe. The raid came after police caught a young person carrying an imitation handgun. An East Melbourne man is expected to be charged with bringing prohibited weapons into Victoria, displaying prohibited weapons for sale and possessing imitation firearms. Maribyrnong Inspector Tony Long said he was concerned about the number of imitation weapons in the community. "There are legitimate collectors, however they need to be licensed, as does anyone selling these types of items," he said. Unfortunately, in the wrong hands, they look very real and are on occasions, used to commit crimes. Highpoint Shopping Centre general manager Scott Crellin said police attended the That's Hot store about noon yesterday. Mr Crellin said the store was temporarily closed while police searched the site. He said the centre was assisting police with their inquiries and so could not provide any further comments. The Leader is seeking comment from the store.