High-end liquor targeted in robberies

Police are investigating after thousands of dollars of liquor was snatched in a series of bottle shop robberies in Melbourne.

In one of the most recent incidents, a robber assaulted a staff member before stealing thousands of dollars worth of wine from a Flemington outlet.

CCTV images have been released by police of the thief, who is described as being aged in his late 20s, with a Pacific Islander or Maori appearance.

He was wearing hi-vis gear at the time of the crime, along with a black cap branded with a “FOX” logo.

A further 12 alcohol robberies have taken place in the city’s south-east since August, in suburbs including Malvern, Chadstone and Mulgrave.

It remains unclear whether the same offenders are behind the string of thefts.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000