Portland police Acting Sergeant Alex Gettens said the incident occurred in early January and involved a group of male youths.

He alleged one of the males kicked in the door of a brand new Mazda vehicle.

"The whole door had to be replaced," he said.

Police have released images of four males they wish to speak to in relation to the incident.

One of the males appeared to have a leg cast, while another has medium-length blonde hair and a tattoo on his wrist.

Sergeant Gettens said anybody with information was encouraged to contact Portland Police Station on 5522 1500 or Crime Stoppers Victoria on 1800 333 000.

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