Cigarettes were targeted in a Drouin business burglary on Sunday morning.
Baw Baw CIU are investigating the burglary at a gift and tobacco shop in Princes Way at 3.20am.
They said 64 cartons of cigarettes valued at $11,500 were reported stolen, 50 lighters valued at $500 and $250 in cash from a register.
Police believe a hole was cut in a chain link fence to gain access to a rear yard. It appears a rear door was jimmied open, causing damage.
Anyone with information which may assist police investigations is urged to contact Baw Baw CIU on 5622 7111 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or crimestoppersvic.com.au
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