A burglary at a Yarra Ranges electronic store has led to the dismantlement of an alleged syndicate responsible for dozens of commercial burglaries across Melbourne
Two offenders were arrested on Wednesday evening after they allegedly stole a Toyota RAV4 from a Mont Albert address in the early hours of the morning using a key reprogramming device.
The vehicle was then allegedly used to steal items from an electronic store on Maroondah Highway in Chirnside Park.
The RAV4 was later tracked to a Bundoora address, when the driver allegedly collided with an unmarked police vehicle before being arrested.
Searches of the vehicle uncovered approximately 80 items believed to be allegedly stolen from the electronic store earlier that day, as well as $5000 in cash.
A 36-year-old Whittlesea man and a 32-year-old Bundoora man have both been charged with multiple offences.
Detectives are continuing to investigate.
Anyone with information about criminal syndicates is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersvic.com.au
