Cigarettes and alcohol were reported stolen after glass front doors to three businesses were smashed in Warragul and Drouin on Wednesday morning.
Police said TSG Warragul and The Press Cellars, both in Smith St, reported damage as well as Thirsty Camel in Princes Way, Drouin.
They believe three people used a tool to smash a glass front door to gain entry to TSG Warragul at about 4.05am.
Once inside, police said offenders forced entry to a cabinet and stole a quantity of cigarettes.
A tool also was reportedly used to smash the front glass sliding doors of The Press Cellars between 4.15am and 4.35am.
Police said two males fled without gaining entry after an alarm was activated.
At Thirsty Camel, a significant quantity of alcohol was reported stolen at about 4.30am.
Police allege two people damaged the glass front doors to gain access. About $1000 damage was caused to the premises.
Anyone with information which may assist police investigations is urged to contact Baw Baw CIU on 5622 7111.
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