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Car Stolen, Owners Fined $6,000 by Police
13 Feb
Summary
- Couple's car stolen by masked thieves during home invasion.
- Thieves later received a $6,258 fine for no seatbelt.
- Parents concerned for children's psychological well-being post-trauma.
A Gold Coast couple is facing a $6,258 fine after their car was stolen by thieves who burgled their home earlier this year. Masked intruders entered the couple's residence, taking the car keys and other belongings before fleeing. The thieves later returned, stole the vehicle, and subsequently received the fine from a traffic camera for a seatbelt violation.
The victims expressed dismay at the Queensland Police's delayed response, noting officers had not visited their home for investigation weeks after the incident. One of the couple's young daughters has been severely affected, experiencing distress and fear, leading to psychological intervention to prevent long-term trauma like PTSD.
The couple questioned the effectiveness of highway cameras, which issued the fine but failed to apprehend the thieves or recover the stolen car. They were told by a detective that such break-ins are expected to increase in the area.
