TWO people have been arrested and charged in relation to the theft of around half a million dollars in power tools across suburbs in Melbourne’s south-east.
The tools were allegedly stolen from unlocked trailers, cars, and shops in Chadstone, Cheltenham, Dandenong, Frankston, Melbourne, Mornington, and Narre Warren. The alleged thefts took place between March and May this year.
On 24 May police arrested a 33-year-old Cranbourne man and a 28-year-old Cranbourne woman. They were both charged with nearly 50 theft related charges including handling of stolen goods, going equipped to steal, theft, and committing an indictable offence while on bail.
Police also seized more than 100 power tools, golf clubs, a bike, and more. Detective Sergeant David Measham said “theft can sometimes seem like a victimless crime however the financial pain and burden on victims can far outlast any physical damage caused.”
“We have absolutely no hesitation in tracking down and arresting anyone targeting the trade industry,” he said. “We ask all members of our community, please lock up your cars and help stop opportunistic thieves in their tracks.”
The duo were remanded to appear at Dandenong Magistrates Court on 28 June 2022.
First published in the Chelsea Mordialloc Mentone News – 1 June 2022
