Many packages taken from Melbourne post office.

Last week, the authorities were on the hunt for a man who allegedly stole 80 parcels from a post office in Melbourne's south-east. According to reports, the man used a jemmy bar to break into the post office located on Florence Street in Mentone around 4:30am on Tuesday, December 17.

Once inside, the man allegedly loaded up a trolley with the parcels before making a quick getaway. Police are urging anyone with information to come forward and contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online.

The suspect has been described as a Caucasian man approximately 175cm tall with a large build and long, straight black hair. He was last seen wearing black gloves, a black security jacket, brown shoes, and a black face covering.

In a separate incident, a grandfather in Perth was brutally beaten and left with bruises after an armed robbery. The incident has sparked widespread concern and calls for justice.

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