Brazen theft of luggage in Melbourne CBD

Melbourne East police are investigating the brazen theft of luggage in Melbourne’s CBD on Friday 18 March.

Investigators were told a 33-year-old man and a 34-year-old woman, both from Lake Haven in New South Wales, had their backpacks stolen from outside a hotel on Bourke Street about 8.20pm.

The backpacks contained medications, computer tablets and personal items belonging to the couple.

Police are appealing for witnesses to the theft and urge anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppervic.com.auExternal Link

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