Jan 24 - Stolen Jet Ski Recovered Following High Speed Chase
Yesterday afternoon, RGP Marine Section personnel recovered a stolen Yamaha Wave Runner Jet Ski whilst on a routine a patrol that culminated in a high speed sea chase.
Whilst on patrol the RGP crew sighted the Jet Ski as it was leaving the area of Marina Bay at speed carrying three individuals on board.
When signalled by the RGP crew to stop, the navigator of the Jet Ski accelerated and headed north towards Spain. The RGP vessel gave chase with beacons on and sirens sounding.
The Jet Ski’s occupants failed to heed further instructions to stop and the high speed chase continued in the direction of ‘El Muelle San Felipe’, the La Linea Breakwater, where all three individuals jumped ashore abandoning the Jet Ski and making good their escape on land.
Spanish law enforcement agencies were informed and the Jet Ski was subsequently towed back to the Marine Base where it was ascertained that the locally registered Jet Ski had been stolen from the Victoria Stadium Jet Ski pontoons. Police continue to investigate the matter with a view of identifying the perpetrators.
Like with all other property, Police advises owners of recreational craft to take appropriate measures to protect against the theft of their vessels or property. This advice ranges from securing vessels, and not leaving equipment fitted in locations from where it can be easily removed or leaving valuables visible.
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