He was an international thief targeting wealthy Australian homes, until one slip-up episode artwork

EPISODE · Jan 20, 2026 · 15 MIN

He was an international thief targeting wealthy Australian homes, until one slip-up

from Naked City · host The Age and Sydney Morning Herald

During the span of one week in July 2020, designer goods, cash and jewellery were stolen from eight homes in Melbourne’s affluent Toorak.It took a year for police to identify the pattern and the extent of the burglaries – some reaching as far as Queensland and totalling millions of dollars. The chief burglar’s planning was impeccable, until one slip-up.In this episode of Naked City, crime reporter John Silvester interviews the detective who nabbed a meticulous international cat burglar.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NOW PLAYING

He was an international thief targeting wealthy Australian homes, until one slip-up

0:00 15:30

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of Naked City?

This episode is 15 minutes long.

When was this Naked City episode published?

This episode was published on January 20, 2026.

What is this episode about?

During the span of one week in July 2020, designer goods, cash and jewellery were stolen from eight homes in Melbourne’s affluent Toorak.It took a year for police to identify the pattern and the extent of the burglaries – some reaching as far as...

Can I download this Naked City episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.
URL copied to clipboard!