AT least five businesses across Greater Bunbury have been broken into and robbed across the weekend and police suspect the crimes are linked.
Bunbury Police officer-in-charge Senior Sergeant Pete Jenal said it was unusual and concerning to have so many burglary reports come through in a short space of time.
Nicolas Ristorante in Victoria Street was targeted about 7.30pm on Sunday night when four men forced their way into the rear of the business and stole a safe.
The restaurant owners have posted CCTV footage on social media calling out for information from the public.
Henk’s Cafe on Mardo Avenue in Australind was also robbed in a similar style on Sunday evening, with the rear door forced open and a safe stolen.
Coastal Water Dive on Albert Road was broken into on Sunday night with a large quantity of equipment stolen, including spear guns.
Owner Torry Goodall said the stolen items included a one-of-a-kind gun which would be easy to identify.
Mr Goodall described the gun as a 1400 with a custom roller head with modifications, worth $1600.
He said the thieves also stole cameras spear guns, torches, fishing rods, sounders, masks and laptops.
Senior Sergeant Jenal said Bunbury Designer Cabinets and Furniture on Albert Road and a metal workshop in Davenport were also robbed.
He urged the community to report any unusual activity or information that may help the investigation to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
More to come.
