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Fibreglass Cow Statue 'Betsy' Stolen in Melbourne, Police Seek Public Help

Three masked offenders used a trailer to steal the $3500 statue in a late-night operation; the cow remains missing as police release images to aid recovery.

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Overview

  • The theft occurred on April 27, 2025, at 1:20 am from a farming business on Peterpaul Way in Truganina, Melbourne.
  • Three suspects arrived in a silver Holden VE Commodore towing a trailer, with two masked individuals lifting the statue onto the trailer while the driver stayed in the vehicle.
  • The stolen statue, named 'Betsy', is a distinctive red-and-white fibreglass cow valued at $3500 and was taken from the business's carpark.
  • Victoria Police have released images of 'Betsy' and are urging anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000.
  • Despite media coverage and public appeals, 'Betsy' has not been recovered, highlighting the challenges of retrieving unique stolen property.