Police have identified the vehicle through CCTV footage and have a strong suspect.
Now Corowa and Rutherglen Police need your help to find a vital piece of evidence which could open a Pandora’s Box of criminal activity.
Sergeant Steve Marshall of Corowa Police is asking for dash cam footage showing a front or rear shot of two vehicles to help identify the drivers.
“We have really strong leads, but we are missing that vital bit of evidence which may tip the scales completely,” Sgt Marshall said.
“We have really strong leads, but we are missing that vital bit of evidence which may tip the scales completely.”
“Police on both sides of the border are looking for a white BA Falcon ute and a Toyota Hilux Extra cab with black rims, black bull bar, and bonnet air filter cover.”
The Falcon is believed to be responsible for a range of property offences in Corowa, Howlong, Rutherglen and Wodonga.
The Hilux has fraudulent Victorian plates, QZA626 and the driver is stealing fuel using a water tank, stolen from Willets Transport on March 31.
Fuel has been stolen from Yarrawonga, Rutherglen and Corowa and the vehicle was last sighted a week ago in Albury where the driver evaded police.
Sgt Marshall said it would most likely have been spotted between 1am-6am on the morning of Friday, April 18, Good Friday.
“Throughout the Southern Region, there are criminals actively scouring small country towns without a 24-hour police presence,” he said.
“This is no different in Corowa, Mulwala, Howlong and I can speak as well for Rutherglen and Chiltern.
“Sergeant Mick Savage and his team at Rutherglen Police Station regularly meet with the Corowa Police to discuss common crime trends and shared criminal activity on both sides of the river.
“We take each major property crime as an attack not only on the town but an attack on ourselves.”
Police are appealing to all residents to help themselves by securing their property.
“This is the fourth time I have said this in the two years I have been here ... we can no longer leave our properties open with the thought that no one will break in,” Sgt Marshall said.
“Whether it is your vehicle parked in the driveway or out front of your house’, or if it’s your front door, back door or shed door, you are helping yourself by keep these locked and secure.
“Out of towners are targeting our hardworking residents.
“If you think security measures on your vehicle will stop the honest person, let me tell you, these people aren’t honest.
“If you are a tradesperson and can park your car in a garage or behind a fence, do it.
“CCTV footage showed these vehicles driving up and down streets seeking their next victim - let’s not make it easy for them.”
