Thousands of dollars worth of medicines were stolen from a Shepparton pharmacy early on Valentine’s Day.
Police arrested a 30-year-old Shepparton man later on Friday, February 14, after he allegedly forced entry with a tool into the main doors of Chemist Warehouse at 127 Numurkah Rd in Shepparton’s north at around 5.30am, stealing $13,000 worth of pharmaceuticals.
The man was arrested in Shepparton’s south.
He was released on bail Friday afternoon, pending a court date in August.
Senior Constable Zac Clarke from Shepparton’s Crime Investigation Unit said the majority of the stolen goods had been recovered, while some had been burned in a backyard firepit.
Investigations are ongoing.
Anyone who noticed any suspicious activity in the area around the time of the burglary or has any information or CCTV footage that may be of assistance to police is urged to call Shepparton Police Station on 5820 5777 or contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or crimestoppersvic.com.au
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