Brazen Christmas thieves steal an inflatable Santa decoration in broad daylight from a front yard in Melbourne – and the getaway scooter isn’t theirs either
- Two thieves, wearing helmets, have stolen an inflatable dog dressed as Santa
- Decoration was taken from a home in Hoppers Crossing, VIC, on November 26
- Thieves escaped on a scooter believed to have been stolen the day before
Two brazen thieves have dampened one home’s Christmas spirit by stealing an inflatable dog dressed as Santa from a front yard display.
The men, who can be seen on CCTV wearing helmets, stole the decoration from a property in Hoppers Crossing, 23km south-west of Melbourne, on November 26.
Footage showed the duo then fled the scene with the decor hastily strapped to the back of a scooter.
Two brazen thieves have dampened one home’s Christmas spirit by stealing an inflatable dog dressed as Santa from a front yard display
The people, who can be seen on CCTV wearing helmets, stole the decoration from a property in Hoppers Crossing, 23km south-west of Melbourne, on November 26
The white scooter, with registration plate 1Z4FY, is believed to have been stolen from a home in the same suburb the day before.
Victoria Police have released CCTV and an image of two men who they believe may be able to help with the investigation.
One of the men is described as being Caucasian with black clothing and a red helmet.
Meanwhile, the driver is also wearing black clothing and has a black helmet on.
Anyone with information is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Footage showed the duo then fled the scene with the decoration attached to the back of the scooter