Brazen Burglar Steals \$100,000 in Designer Clothes from South Yarra Boutique

South Yarra Boutique Burglary: \$100,000 Fashion Haul Stolen A brazen burglary occurred in the early hours of May 12th, 2025, at a high-end fashion boutique in South Yarra, Victoria. A man, captured on CCTV, smashed the store's front door with a hammer and made off with over \$100,000 worth of designer women's clothing, including cashmere coats and 'Linda' blazers. The footage shows the suspect loading the stolen items into a supermarket trolley before transferring them to the tray of a silver Ford Falcon ute. Victoria Police Detective Inspector [Name withheld] stated, "This was a significant theft, and we are appealing to the public for any information that could assist in our investigation." The suspect is described as Caucasian, in his 40s, wearing a black face covering and a black cap. Police believe he may be linked to other commercial burglaries in nearby areas. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online. The investigation is ongoing. This successful use of CCTV in identifying the suspect highlights the importance of security measures for businesses. The community's assistance is crucial in bringing the perpetrator to justice.