Man arrested following copper theft in Fraser Rise

Published:
Thursday 2 October 2025 at 8:13 am

Police have charged a man following a theft in Fraser Rise this morning.

It is alleged two offenders stole copper wiring from a construction site on Taylors Road before fleeing in a vehicle about 4.20am.

The vehicle was tracked to Edith Street in Tarneit where the offenders got out and fled on foot.

One man was arrested by police and the other man remains outstanding.

The 27-year-old Tarneit man was interviewed and charged with theft, trespass, going equipped to steal and dangerous driving whilst pursued.

He was bailed to appear at Sunshine Magistrates’ Court on 4 December.

The investigation remains ongoing.

Anyone who witnessed the incident, or has CCTV/video footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

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