General News
24 March, 2025
Info on copper thieves needed
Victoria Police is investigating how kilometres of copper wire was allegedly stolen across the Wimmera.
Horsham Crime Investigation Unit detectives recorded more than 30 incidents of copper taken from key rail infrastructure between Buangor and Serviceton during February and March 2024.
The thefts caused significant disruptions to rail freight services, costing numerous businesses with delays and lost revenue.
Detectives believe the offenders used 4WD vehicles to access remote areas
A white 4WD Nissan Patrol was sighted by police responding to reports of a signal outage on a railway line near Gerang Gerung on Sunday, March 2, 2024.
Officers attempted to intercept the vehicle, which was seen towing a trailer full of suspected stolen copper wire.
However, the driver refused to stop for the police and sped away at about 4.25am.
Investigations remain ongoing.
Anyone who recognises the vehicle, has CCTV, dashcam footage or any other information that could assist police with their enquiries is urged to contact the Horsham police station on 5382 9200.
Alternatively, contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.