Police are investigating an incident of unauthorized entry at the Melbourne office of the comedy group Sooshi Mango in Carlton. The event occurred on Sunday evening, around 7 PM, when an unidentified male individual reportedly gained access to the premises.
Incident Details
On Sunday, an office building located on Drummond Street in Carlton, near an Italian restaurant also operated by Sooshi Mango on Lygon Street, was accessed without authorization. Surveillance footage released by Sooshi Mango on Monday morning shows a man forcibly entering the property by breaking a glass door panel. The footage also depicts the individual searching through drawers within the office.
Regarding the outcome of the entry, Sooshi Mango stated that the individual did not steal any items, attributing this to a lack of valuables in obvious locations. Conversely, police have reported that it remains unconfirmed if any items were taken during the incident.
Investigation and Group's Response
Victoria Police are conducting an investigation into the break-in. Sooshi Mango, composed of brothers Carlo and Joe Salanitri and Andrew Manfre, publicly released the CCTV footage. Carlo Salanitri stated that the group's intention in sharing the footage was to utilize their platform to aid in identifying the perpetrator and to highlight similar incidents affecting small businesses.
Joe Salanitri and Andrew Manfre also commented on the incident in the context of broader public safety discussions in Victoria. They referenced recent statistics indicating a rise in overall crime, particularly theft offenses, and the Victorian government's implementation of new legislation late last year, which includes strengthened bail laws and tougher sentencing mandates for young offenders.
Public Information
Anyone with information or relevant footage pertaining to the incident is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers. Reports can be made online or by calling 1800 333 000.
About Sooshi Mango
Sooshi Mango is a comedy troupe known for its skits, which often incorporate humor related to Italian cultural heritage. The group maintains a significant online presence, with over 3 million followers on Instagram.