While local firefighters wer
e saving homes from the blaze that encompassed much of Whitireia Park on February 21st, someone saw it as opportunity to steal from them.
A portable pump left behind at Shelly Bay when firefighters moved up towards Titahi Golf Course, was stolen between 5pm and 7pm, says Sergeant Martin Tunley of Porirua Police.
“While these guys were out working bloody hard trying to do thier job, some lowlife has gone and stolen the pump.”
Valued at $10,000, the Fire Master 22 pump is about 600mm x 600mm and weighs 87kg when empty.
The pump is expressly used by fire departments and Mr Tunley implores the community to contact him should they know of anyone trying to sell or store the machine.
Anyone with information pertaining to the theft should call 2381400
UPDATE: The pump has been found after an anonymous tip to Police.
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