St Kilda Police and Melton Crime Investigation Unit detectives are investigating after two jet-skis were stolen from Port Melbourne earlier this week.
The two Sea-Doo jet-skis, belonging to Life Saving Victoria, were stolen from a yard located on The Boulevard about 4.57am on Sunday, 4 January.
It is understood that multiple offenders attended the yard in both a grey Nissan Navara and a second unknown vehicle.
Detectives believe the two vehicles were used to tow the jet-skis, which were already attached to two Dunbier trailers.
The jet-skis were tracked to a vacant property on Troups Road South in Mount Cottrell, where its tracking device is believed to have been disabled.
Officers attended the address, but the jet-ski was not located.
Investigators have released CCTV and images of the Nissan Navara, a man and the jet-skis in the hope that someone might come forward with information.
Police are keen to speak with anyone who may recognise the Nissan or the man, or anyone with information in regarding the location of the jet-skis.
Quotes attributable to Detective Acting Sergeant Sean Armstong from Melton Crime Investigation Unit:
"These jet-skis are absolutely essential to the important work Life Saving Victoria do, especially in the summer months.
To steal equipment that is literally used in life-or-death situations is just incomprehensible.
These offenders have not only stolen crucial pieces of equipment, but they have also potentially put swimmers and those visiting beaches across the state at risk".
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or anonymously at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
Paul Hogan and Katherine McLeod
