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Pair arrested over copper thefts

July 2, 2024 11:00 am in by
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Two men have been charged after police raided a home in Grovedale, allegedly finding stolen copper, cannabis and a stolen car.

Officers were called on the weekend to reports the men had moved into a vacant home and changed the locks.

The copper was allegedly stolen from properties throughout the Geelong region.

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The 35 and 51-year-olds from Melton are facing charges including drug possess, trespass and dealing property suspected to be the proceeds of crime.

Police say the house was returned to its owner.

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