Thieves steal mobility scooter in Wantirna

The scooter of the 85-year-old Wantirna resident was stolen from a carport on Burwood Highway. (VIC POLICE)

Police are investigating after a mobility scooter was stolen in Wantirna earlier this month.

Officers have been told unknown offender stole the scooter from a carport on Burwood Highway sometime overnight between 8 and 9 October.

The Invacare Pegasus Metro mobility scooter is red in colour.

It has an RACV sticker under the gears on the steering column and a black shopping bag on the back with a mobility scooter logo.

Police have released images of the scooter in the hope someone with information will come forward.

Officers are hoping they will be able to return the scooter to the 85-year-old victim.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has dashcam or CCTV footage, are urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit www.crimestoppersvic.com.au