Detectives from Carseldine Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) and the North Gateway Property Crime Team are appealing for public assistance after they recovered over $150,000 in power tools, believed to be stolen, during two search warrants executed in Scarborough and Kippa Ring last week.
The search warrants, which were executed at two addresses on May 12 and May 13, resulted in police allegedly locating seven stolen motorcycles, approximately $150,000 worth of stolen Makita, Milwaukee, DeWalt and other power tools, 11 stolen bicycles, an outboard boat motor, assorted ammunition and a range of other suspected-stolen items.
Police will allege that the property located was stolen from addresses across Brisbane, Caboolture and the Sunshine Coast in the last year.
Police will also allege that three snakes that were located during the search warrants were illegally acquired.
Majority of the property has been returned to the owners, however one motorcycle, a Harley-Davidson Breakout, and a Rover Dirodi e-bike remain unclaimed and are yet to be linked to any offences.
Police are now seeking public assistance to identify the rightful owners of the remaining items.
If you recognise any of the goods pictured, please contact Carseldine CIB on (07) 3863 5116.
To claim property, you will be required to provide proof of ownership such as a purchase receipt, serial number, or detailed description, along with the relevant police report (QP) reference number.
Community information continues to be crucial in solving property crime, and even small details can make a big difference.
A 37-year-old Scarborough man has been charged with a total of 48 drug and property offences. He was remanded and will re-appear in the Brisbane Magistrates Court on June 11.
Investigations are continuing.
Link to vision of arrest:
If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444.
Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.
