More than $11,000 in prize money and staff salaries was allegedly stolen after a sports facility on Boneo Road, Boneo was broken into, with a 34-year-old Cranbourne man now charged, Victoria Police say.
Mornington Peninsula Crime Investigation Unit detectives were called after the alleged burglary was reported on 7 February 2026.
Cash for prize money and wages allegedly taken
Police allege an unknown offender forced entry into the building and stole more than $11,000, described as prize money and staff salaries for an upcoming competition.
Several computers were also allegedly taken, along with personal items belonging to staff.
Arrest made, charges laid
Police arrested a 34-year-old man from Cranbourne on 17 February 2026.
He has since been charged with burglary (x2), theft (x2), theft from motor vehicle (x2), possess a drug of dependence, and theft of motor vehicle, police said.
Separate Junction Village allegation
Police will further allege the man also stole items including jewellery and designer goods from a residence in Junction Village on 2 February 2026.
The man has been bailed to appear at Frankston Magistrates’ Court on 7 May 2026.
Police said part of the stolen money was recovered and returned to the sports facility. 0
