A GANG of African males have gone on a vicious crime spree in Melbourne’s south east overnight.

Police are investigating four robberies involving four separate victims in Dandenong, Noble Park and Springvale last night, that are believed to be linked.

The first incident happened around 7.50pm when a man walking along Foster St in Dandenong was approached by six males.

The gang assaulted the man and stole his wallet. The victim was left with a large gash to the side of his head.

The gang then struck again 10 minutes later in the same area; another man was approached by the six males who assaulted him and stole his phone.

A third incident happened in James St Springvale around 8.10pm when a man was approached by the group.

One of the gang members threatened the man with a box cutter, assaulted him and took off with his phone and wallet.

The last incident happened in Joy St Noble Park around 11.25pm when two males approached a man, knocked him to the ground, held him down and assaulted him. His wallet was stolen.

Victoria Police said all the alleged offenders were perceived to be of African appearance.

No one was seriously injured during the incidents and investigators believe the incidents may be linked.

Anyone with any information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

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