THREE men have been arrested in relation to an alleged burglary of $50,000 worth of farming equipment from a Bealiba property.
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Central Goldfields Crime Investigation Unit detectives and members from the Geelong High Volume Crime Team yesterday searched properties in Bannockburn, Hamlin Heights, and Lara, which led to the arrests.
A number of pieces of farming equipment, which police believe to have been stolen, several firearms and ammunition were recovered during the searches.
A 36-year-old man from Lara was charged and bailed for a number of offences including burglary and theft.
He is expected to appear at the Geelong Magistrates’ Court on February 27.
A 49-year-old man from Bannockburn was released pending summons in relation to alleged firearm offences.
A 41-year-old man from Hamlin Heights was released pending summons in relation to possessing proceeds of crime.
About $50,000 worth of farming equipment was reported stolen from a farm in Bealiba between October 29 and November 2.
Police have urged anyone who has information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or submit a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
