Manningham Crime Investigation Unit detectives have charged a man following a burglary in Doncaster last year.
It is alleged two offenders smashed the front door of a Clancys Lane residence about 10am on 2 April 2025.
Once inside the offenders rummaged through the property allegedly stealing handbags, jewellery and watches.
On Wednesday, detectives executed a search warrant at a property in Kings Park, arresting a 38-year-old man.
During a search of the property, officers seized:
- 42 handbags from brands including Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Gucci, Saint Laurent, Coach, Christian Dior and Chloé
- Backpacks from Bao Bao and Gucci
- Designer watches by MZ, Citizen, Oris and Longines
- Gucci earrings, charms and cards
- A Chanel wallet
- Bottles of Hennesy Cognac and St Agnes Grand Reserve
The Kings Park man was charged with burglary, theft, handle stolen goods and dealing with proceeds of crime.
He was bailed to appear at Melbourne Magistrates' Court on 7 July.
The investigation remains ongoing.
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