Thieves hit fire station

Ruapehu Bulletin, Volume 8, Issue 374, 19 February 1991, Page 1

Thieves hit fire station

Thieves and vandals broke into the Ohakune Fire Station last week and stole some items of rescue equipment as well as liquor and cash. "It's about as low as you can go as far as I'm concerned," said Wai-

marino Police Sergeant Bob Evans, referring to the theft of the rescue equipment. The thieves not only stole a power hacksaw and torches and other equipment but caused about $300-$400 worth

of damage. "They really trashed the place," said Sgt Evans. He said the bar area, which is used by off duty volunteer firemen, was littered with broken glass and blood Turn page 2

Fire burglary

trompagei where one of the offenders had cut themselves. Three people were arrested in relation to the burglary and will appear in the Ohakune District Court on Thursday, and the rescue equipment had been recovered. Cedar Service Station was burgled Monday night-Tuesday morning last week.

The thieves stole cigarettes and tobacco worth $400 and caused $300 worth of damage, breaking a window to gain access. One female has been arrested and is to appear in court on Thursday in relation to the incident. Police are also investigating two burglaries of remote batches, in Rangataua and Pokaka last week.