Police are appealing for public assistance after a staff member was injured during a theft of alcohol at a Brunswick East liquor store last night.
Police have been told a man entered the store on Lygon Street and grabbed two slabs of alcohol and other items before leaving the store without paying around 10pm.
The male attendant ran after the offender who got into a silver Toyota Camry and drove off.
The attendant, believed to be aged in his 60s, grabbed onto the car and was dragged for a short distance before letting go.
He was treated at the scene by paramedics for non-life threatening injuries.
The offender is described as being approximately 40-years-old, medium build with dark hair, beard and moustache and was wearing a black jacket.
Moreland Crime Investigation Unit detectives are investigating and are keen to speak to any witnesses.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
