Melbourne Cup stolen from Diggers Rest cafe

Police are appealing for public assistance after the 2017 Melbourne Cup was stolen during a burglary at a Diggers Rest café over the weekend.

Police have been told unknown offenders forced entry to the café on the Calder Highway sometime between 11.30pm on Saturday 6 October and 10.30am on Sunday 7 October.

Once inside, the offenders ransacked the premises and stole the cash register, cash and the 2017 Melbourne Cup.

Melton Crime Investigation Unit detectives are investigating and are keen to speak to any witnesses or anyone that may have seen any suspicious activity in the area.

Anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

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