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Victoria Police search for man following Highton, Belmont and Grovedale theft, deceptions

Detectives are searching for a man after a car theft in Highton was followed by an alleged spending spree using a stolen credit card.

A man police wish to speak to in relation to a number of deceptions in the Belmont and Grovedale area. Photo: Supplied.
A man police wish to speak to in relation to a number of deceptions in the Belmont and Grovedale area. Photo: Supplied.

Detectives are searching for a man they hope can assist with an investigation after a car was allegedly stolen in Highton.

Victoria Police have launched a probe after number of deceptions in Grovedale and Belmont following the theft, alleged to have occurred on Dryden Way on May 19.
It’s believed a credit card taken from inside a silver Subaru was used to make numerous purchases in the Belmont and Grovedale areas.

A man police wish to speak to in relation to a number of deceptions in the Belmont and Grovedale area.
A man police wish to speak to in relation to a number of deceptions in the Belmont and Grovedale area.

The car was later found dumped in Breakwater.

Police have released an image of a man they believe can assist with inquiries.

He is seen wearing a grey hooded jumper and a black baseball cap.
Anyone with information should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.

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Originally published as Victoria Police search for man following Highton, Belmont and Grovedale theft, deceptions

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