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Fisheries vehicle robbed while officers help with floods

Minister for Primary Industries, Fisheries and Rural and Regional Queensland
The Honourable Tim Mulherin
15/03/2010
Fisheries vehicle robbed while officers help with floods

Queensland Boating and Fisheries Patrol officers have been robbed while out helping the community deal with recent flooding in Roma.

Thieves broke into the officers' 'Fishwatch' branded Land Cruiser while it was parked as they responded to the flooding with State Emergency Services (SES).

Minister for Primary Industries, Fisheries and Rural and Regional Queensland Tim Mulherin said he was disgusted with the robbery.

"This is totally out of character with the community spirit shown in flood-affected towns.

"It's a low act, especially at a time when the vast majority of people are working tirelessly to help each other through a very distressing time.

"Nearly $3000 worth of gear was taken including a personal digital assistant (PDA), two voice recorders, a torch and a USB memory stick.

"Our QBFP officers have been flat out helping the SES within the local community.

"During the past couple of weeks, QBFP Roma has assisted with rescues and evacuations, provided equipment support and assisted energy companies in securing the local environment.

"They have even helped reunite pets with their owners," Mr Mulherin said.

"The equipment may not sound like a lot in dollar value, but the PDA was very specific to the type of work my officers perform as part of their duties.

"The equipment also contained important information for the officers' work."

QBFP District Officer Coby Walker said anyone with information on the break-in should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

"All the equipment has been reported to the Police with serial numbers so selling the gear in the future would be a pretty risky business for someone.

"If anyone comes across the stolen goods, they can be returned anonymously to PO Box 308, Roma or should be reported to the local police."

Permanent Link: Fisheries vehicle robbed while officers help with floods
Publish Date: 15 Mar 10

Article Contact Details

Queensland Government, Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries :
47 Mayers Road, Nambour
Phone: 07 5430 4911
Non-fixed: 13 25 23
Fax: 07 5430 4994

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