Campaspe Crime Investigation Unit detectives have charged a man following an alleged car theft in Echuca last week.
It is alleged the man stole the Mazda 2 sedan from a property on Hare Street about 5.15am on Wednesday, 22 January.
Police spotted the man in the allegedly stolen car in Bendigo on 24 January and he was arrested.
The 31-year-old Bendigo man was charged with theft of motor vehicle, attempted theft from motor vehicle (x2) and unlicensed driving.
He was bailed to appear at Bendigo Magistrates' Court on 31 March.
It is understood unknown offenders gained access to the 92-year-old victim's shed at his property on Hare Street and stole his motorised scooter between 4pm on 20 January and 8.15am on 21 January.
The Mazda has been recovered but the scooter, which is valued at approximately $5000, remains outstanding.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, has dashcam/CCTV footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or log onto www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
