A man and a woman were pushed to the ground and had their belongings stolen, in two separate incidents in Fitzroy last month.
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The first assault happened on Fitzroy Street, about 8.15pm, on February 3, when a 25-year-old Preston man was approached by three men.
It's believed the men pushed the victim to the ground and stole his wallet, police said.
The second assault happened less than three hours later, on Brunswick Street. A 21-year-old Brunswick East woman was walking on the street, when she walked past two men about 11pm.
Police said one of the men pushed the woman to the ground, causing her to drop her mobile phone. One of the men picked up her phone and walked away.
When the woman asked for her phone back, he punched her and then fled the scene. He was seen travelling south on Brunswick Street.
Neither of the victims were seriously injured during the assaults. Police believe the two incidents are linked.
One of the men is described as aged in his 30s or 40s, and was wearing a checked shirt and jeans.
The other two men were aged in their 20s, one was wearing a black hoodie with white writing, and the other wearing a black polo shirt and black cap.
CCTV footage of three men they believe can assist with their inquiries, has been released.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
