A VIAL of gold, expensive jewellery and a large flat-screen television would have all made fantastic Christmas gifts – if they were not stolen from a Wangaratta home.
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An 18-year-old Wangaratta man spent Christmas in police custody after he was arrested for the alleged burglary committed last week.
Constable Brett Angel said the vial of gold appeared to be a purchased souvenir.
“Those items still haven’t been recovered,” he said.
“It’s still an ongoing investigation.”
Anyone with information can contact Constable Angel at Wangaratta police station on (03) 5723 0888.
Albury police were also on the hunt over Christmas for a violent man known to arm himself with a knife.
Keith King, 21, had outstanding warrant for his arrest for affray and possessing a knife in public during December.
He was described as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander appearance, about 165 to 175 centimetres tall, of a thin or medium build with brown eyes and black hair.
He was known to frequent the areas of West Albury, Lavington and Lake Cargelligo.
Anyone with information can contact Albury Police Station on (02) 6023 9299 or Crime Stoppers.
Wodonga police Sergeant Amanda Meagher said most people had been well-behaved over the holidays.
“Everyone’s entitled to have a few drinks, but be safe and look after your mates,” she said.
“It’s a time of year we’re urging everyone to take care on the roads, slow down and make sure they get to their destination.”
