Hobsons Bay Crime Investigation Unit detectives are investigating after heartless thieves stole memorial plaques in Altona North sometime between Tuesday 12 and Wednesday 13 March.
Investigators have been told 75 memorial plaques have been stolen from the Altona Memorial Park on Doherty’s Road.
The bronze plaques were erected in memory of children by their families in the “Garden of Little Angels”.
Police are investigating the incidents and are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.
Detectives warned scrap metal dealers to be wary of thieves attempting to sell the plaques and report any suspicious activity to police.
Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has dashcam/CCTV footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or file a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
