WATCH: Bungling burglar caught out by CCTV

A dopey burglar in Melbourne has left it way too late to cover up evidence of his crimes.

When he realises he's being filmed with his face uncovered, he tries to block the lens.

The burglar realises he's being filmed. Source: 7 News
The burglar realises he's being filmed. Source: 7 News
First, he tries to block the lens. Source: 7 News
First, he tries to block the lens. Source: 7 News

After that fails, he pulls his jacket up around his head.

A little too late, he pulls his jacket up around his head. Source: 7 News
A little too late, he pulls his jacket up around his head. Source: 7 News

The man has struck Carlton businesses four times in a month and police hope these revealing pictures will help them stop his spree.

This man has struck Carlton businesses four times in a month. Source: 7 News
This man has struck Carlton businesses four times in a month. Source: 7 News

Anyone with information is encouraged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or report anonymously online.