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Back to EpisodesTheft Epidemic in Victorian Aged Care Homes
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Police in Victoria grapple with a surge in aged care home thefts, with over forty thousand dollars worth of jewelry stolen from a dying ninety-seven-year-old woman. One hundred eighty-three thefts reported in nursing homes up to September 2025, a rise from 2021. Families and experts express concern, as many cases likely go unreported due to elderly residents vulnerability. Detectives investigate multiple jewelry thefts at a Melbourne aged care facility, with no clear evidence yet. Police urge families to secure valuables to protect loved ones.
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