Stolen engines....Rutland

I heard that Rutland watersports (not the sailing club) had several Honda 4 stroke engines stolen. 10hp, 40hp and a 90hp. Looks like a proffesional job. Engines were locked and on buoys.

Information like this is on another site I visit. Not in a position to inform about other places that have suffered in the past, but it does seem like nothing will stop these organised groups.

It seems like engine locks don't work as they should.

It's certainly true that there has been a big increase in the number of outboard engines that are being stolen.  See details at  www.stolenboats.org.uk

There are a good number of locks and deterrents available, and they do help prevent thefts or at least slow down a thief.

The various marine police units around the UK are looking very closely at the problem, but have told me that identifying a stolen engine is often difficult.  It is most important that you note down the engine's serial number and also consider a marking kit such as this that is currently being trialled by Dorset Police. Clicky

Jon

Yea in Rutlands case the transoms were cut off to get at
the engines, they were also brazen enough to drive a boat
across the lake at night to steal from both sides.