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Gone in a flash

A orange and black Mustang was stolen from Pakenham Main Street on Sunday 5 May at around 5pm.

“I have no words,” said Sukh, the driver of the car.

“It is my friend’s car; he let me drive it for the day. It was terrible luck that the car was stolen while I was using it.”

CCTV captured the thief walking past the owner, and then turning back to steal the car once Sukh was inside the V8 Liquor shop. In a matter of seconds, the thief drove off in the stolen Mustang.

Police said reports indicate the vehicle, which bares the registration plates 18FGT, was seen driving off in a northerly direction towards McGregor Road.

“I heard the the roar of my car pulling out when I was at the shop counter. I ran after the car but there was no one else driving after him that could help me,” said Sukh.

Another video posted to social media reportedly showed the car doing donuts and burnouts.

It was reported by the post that the back number plates were removed at the time.

Police say an investigation remains ongoing.

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

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