By Renee Wood
Yarra Junction Police are investigating parcel theft which has occurred in the Launching Place area.
Police have received reports of two separate incidents which saw delivered goods stolen on 16 and 17 March in Dean Crescent and Mathers Avenue.
The items range from $60-$136 in value and were dropped off between 10.30am-11.30am in concealed areas at the properties.
Senior Constable Sharon Johns is investigating the theft and believes the offender is targeting parcel delivery vans.
“The victim said the parcel was out of eyesight and you couldn’t see it from the road, that’s why we think it could be someone following the courier van to where parcels have been left,” Snr Const. Johns said.
It’s believed other parcels have also been taken from local homes but are yet to be reported to the authorities.
If any residents have been affected, they’re urged to contact police to continue the investigation.
“It’s a warning for people to be aware if they are getting deliveries that these things are happening in the area,” Snr Const. Johns said.
Anyone with CCTV or who saw any suspicious behaviour is urged to contact the Yarra Junction Station on 5967 1104.
