Investigators are searching for the male driver of a car identified in recently released CCTV footage, who they believe can assist them with their inquiries into the stealing of boat near Port Stephens in June.
Just before 11am on Thursday June 18 a white Trailcraft vessel was stolen from outside a home on Bagnalls Beach Road, Corlette.
As part of their inquiries, officers from the Marine Area Command have released CCTV of a white vehicle travelling on Salamander Way, Corlette, in an appeal to locate the driver.
The vehicle has been described as a white Nissan Navara utility 2010-2012 model, with a black bull bar, and black and yellow NSW numberplates.
Police are advising boat owners to ensure their vessels are properly secured to reduce the risk of theft.
Other safety tips include:
- Security devices installed
on boats should be resistant to water, salt and humidity.
- Install locks on your
vessels. Marine dealers carry special exterior hatch locks. When fastened
with a quality padlock, one of these improves security.
- To enhance window security,
locksmiths carry a variety of special, small locks and fasteners, which
can be used to increase the security of other types of windows. For
sliding windows, place a length of doweling in the track to prevent the
window from being forced open.
- If your boat is kept in the
water, use a marina with full time security and/or good lighting.
- If you are leaving your
boat for long periods of time, ensure that someone else is able to check
your boat on a regular basis.
