Warrnambool Criminal Investigation Unit detectives are investigating after the theft of 60 slabs of beer from a licensed venue over the Anzac Day long weekend.
Unknown offenders have forced entry to three shipping containers on the south side of the Warrnambool Racing Club on Grafton Road between 5pm on 23 April and 9.30am on 26 April.
In total, over 1400 cans of Great Northern, Carlton Draught and Carlton Dry were taken.
The theft comes in the lead up to the club’s largest race weekend of year.
Investigators believe there are people in the local community who will be able to provide valuable information and help crack open this case.
Anyone with information that can assist police with their enquiries is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.auExternal Link
Quotes attributable to Detective Senior Constable Richard Hughes
“This is clearly a targeted theft and the offenders knew the club would be well stocked ahead of a large race weekend.
“We are confident that there are people out there in the community who know those responsible.
“It’s hard to believe anyone can walk away with over 1400 cans of beer without spilling some information.
“We would appeal for anyone who may have seen something suspicious or heard anything potentially valuable to this investigation to contact Crime Stoppers.”
