A SERIES of burglaries, thefts, and attempted burglaries across Aspendale Gardens, Mentone, Clayton, Mount Waverley, and Doncaster East this year are believed to be linked by police.
Police say a man broke into a property on Winner Circuit in Aspendale Gardens sometime between 10pm on 6 March and 10.30pm on 7 March. He stole a car and bank cards, which were later used to buy alcohol in Mentone.
A phone, sunglasses, and keys were stolen from a parked car on Balcombe Road in Mentone on 10 March. Police say that the Mentone theft, and two attempted burglaries in Mount Waverley and Doncaster East in the days that followed, are linked to the Aspendale Gardens break-in.
Police have released an image of a man they wish to speak to. Anyone who recognises him can contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or log onto www.crimestoppers.com.au
First published in the Chelsea Mordialloc Mentone News – 17th April 2024