Hobsons Bay Crime Investigation Unit detectives are appealing for public information following a burglary at a shopping centre in Altona Meadows just before Christmas.
It is understood a man forced entry into the back of a shop in a shopping centre on Central Avenue about 2am on 19 December 2022.
Police were told the man stole a quantity of cash from inside the shop, then fled the scene in a black Subaru Forester with false plates.
Investigators have released CCTV footage of a man they believe can assist with their enquiries.
He was wearing a blue and white Ghanda United hooded top, light blue chequered pants and grey shoes.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.auExternal Link.