Police are appealing for public assistance in relation to an incident that occurred at a construction site at Gumlow between 6pm on 14 March and 6am on 15 March.
It is alleged unknown offenders forced entry to the site during the above times by cutting locks on gates and containers before gaining access to a site office.
A large quantity of power tools, batteries, copper wiring, fuel and other construction related equipment was stolen.
Police are examining CCTV which captured a vehicle in the area at the time and are seeking to identify the vehicle and its occupants.
Acting Superintendent Jason Brosnan said the investigation formed part of ongoing proactive policing under Operation Yankee Forge, which targets property crime and disrupts repeat offending across the district.
"Operation Yankee Forge is focused on identifying offenders, disrupting criminal activity and preventing property crime before it impacts our communities," Acting Superintendent Brosnan said.
"This incident is an example of the type of offending we are actively working to prevent, whether offenders target homes, or local businesses or industry worksites."
"In regional communities, tools and equipment are not just assets, they are how people earn a living.
"When these items are stolen, it can halt projects, delay essential work and directly affect the livelihoods of local workers and businesses."
"That's why our focus is not only on holding offenders to account, but also working proactively with industry and the community to reduce opportunities for property crime of all types."
Acting Superintendent Brosnan said simple security measures could make a significant difference in preventing break and enter offences.
"We are encouraging site operators to take practical steps to reduce risk, including securing tools and equipment in locked containers, installing adequate lighting and CCTV, and limiting access to sites after hours," he said.
"Marking or engraving tools, keeping accurate inventory records and removing keys from machinery when not in use can also help deter offenders and assist police in recovering stolen property."
"Information from the public plays a key role in helping police identify those involved and prevent further offending."
"We are asking anyone who may have seen suspicious activity in the Gumlow area around March 14, or who may have relevant CCTV or dashcam footage, to come forward."
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.
Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.
