Benalla Crime Investigation Unit detectives are appealing for public assistance after five firearms were stolen from a rural property in Benalla.
Detectives believe the people involved have entered a shed on the Samaria Rd property sometime between 5pm on Friday, May 26, and 1.30pm on Monday, May 29.
It appears the offenders have used an angle grinder and sledgehammer to gain entry to a gun safe before stealing five long arms, made up of four high-powered rifles and a shotgun.
It is unknown how many offenders were involved or how they entered and exited the property.
Anyone with information is urged to phone Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au