Victoria Police have charged a 29-year-old woman after uncovering a treasure trove of stolen luxury items during a search of her Clarendon Street, Southbank, unit on Friday, 13 February.

The raid followed multiple reports that parcels were disappearing from an apartment block mail room between 2 January and 3 February.

Officers say the search revealed what they described as an “Aladdin’s cave” of high-end goods, including official Oscar Piastri merchandise, expensive French champagne, designer beauty products, clothing, and other items believed to have been purchased online.

The woman has been charged with eight counts of theft, though police warn that more victims may yet come forward, potentially leading to additional charges.

She was granted bail and is due to appear at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on 24 August.

Police noted that the suspect will not be enjoying a taste of Oscar Piastri’s success at the upcoming Grand Prix—or popping the pricey champagne found in her unit.

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