Following last weeks thefts from several boats in “A” Arm, unfortunately we have had further incidents of people swimming around Marina gates and accessing boats.
In the most recent incidents no thefts occurred, but people were still accessing boats and remaining aboard for considerable periods (in one case it appears to be for several days. In both recent cases the boats were accessed by unlocked hatches, not via the companionway.
Can all boat owners please ensure your vessel is properly secured at all times, and all cockpit lockers and hatches locked. With the warmer weather, “swim arounds” are likely to increase, and if some boats are still accessible it only provides encouragement for further such incidents.
Please also be vigilant and always check that Marina Gates are closed behind you.
Thanks,
Damien Ryan
Operations Manager
Mobile: 0412 137 183
Phone No: 9534 0227
Email Address opsmanager@rmys.com.au
In the most recent incidents no thefts occurred, but people were still accessing boats and remaining aboard for considerable periods (in one case it appears to be for several days. In both recent cases the boats were accessed by unlocked hatches, not via the companionway.
Can all boat owners please ensure your vessel is properly secured at all times, and all cockpit lockers and hatches locked. With the warmer weather, “swim arounds” are likely to increase, and if some boats are still accessible it only provides encouragement for further such incidents.
Please also be vigilant and always check that Marina Gates are closed behind you.
Thanks,
Damien Ryan
Operations Manager
Mobile: 0412 137 183
Phone No: 9534 0227
Email Address opsmanager@rmys.com.au
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