Police suspect three burglaries on businesses in the Shepparton area this month are linked.
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Shepparton Crime Investigation Unit detectives are investigating thefts at Harvey Norman in Kialla and Big W and JB Hi-Fi in Shepparton.
In the first incident, an unknown man gained access to Harvey Norman on the Goulburn Valley Hwy in Kialla by smashing a front window about 5.10am on December 2.
Officers believe he attempted to access the electronics area but was unsuccessful.
The next day, it is believed the same man forced entry into Big W on Benalla Rd about 1.40am.
CCTV footage from Harvey Norman of a man police would like to speak to.
Police said the man, armed with a small axe, smashed a glass display inside the business.
Investigators believe he stole mobile phones and tablets worth about $5000, before fleeing the scene.
In the third incident, investigators believe the man used an angle grinder to force entry to JB Hi-Fi on Wyndham St about 5.15am on December 6.
The man, again armed with an axe, smashed a cabinet inside the store before stealing a number of electronic headphones and fleeing the scene, police said.
A CCTV image from Harvey Norman.
Investigators have released images of a man who they believe may be able to assist with their inquiries.
He is perceived to be Caucasian in appearance with short brown curly hair.
During the first incident, the man was wearing a high visibility jacket, a face mask and glasses.
In the second incident, the man was wearing a beige hat, a long sleeved dark blue shirt, a black short-sleeved T-shirt, black pants and a face mask.
In the third incident, the man was wearing a black cap, a dark green jacket, blue jeans and a yellow face mask.
Anyone who witnessed the incidents, has CCTV or dashcam footage, or any other information that can assist investigators, is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a report online at crimestoppersvic.com.au
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