By NATALIE GALLENTI
THEFTS of water meters continues to be a problem across Melbourne’s West, according to Detective Senior Sergeant Barry Jenks from Melton Police.
Det Sen Sgt Jenks said while a number of offenders had been charged in relation to a spate of thefts, they continued to occur throughout the municipality and neigbouring areas.
He said scrap metal dealers are refusing to purchase these items and it is hoped this will result in making it less attractive for offenders to steal them.
Police are continuing to ask for public assistance in relation to these incidents.
Meanwhile, unoccupied and display homes have yet again become the target of thieves.
Earlier this month an unoccupied rental property in Luxor Drive, Plumpton, was broken into and items including a dishwasher, hot water service, oven and washing machine were stolen. And a display home in Peppermint Grove, Taylors Hill, was also broken into.
Det Sen Sgt Jenks said the offender was not deterred by an audible alarm and remained in the premises long enough to locate and steal a television. The offender was observed arriving and leaving the scene in a light coloured dual cab utility.
Anyone with information should contact Melton CIU.
