A note received from Surrey Police just now:

We are being targeted at the moment by a group of people who are stealing small boats and outboards in the night.
They have cut through chains to release boats which they appear to be hiding in backstreams to pick up later.

Please ensure your boats are chained (if nothing else it slows them down) and please record your boats Hull Identification Number (HIN) and outboard engine serial number in a separate place.

If you see anything suspicious please contact the Police 999 if they are present or 0845 1252222 to report suspicious activity.

We are currently looking for a white Sniper 10' Dinghy with T/T HOOP DE LEVEN on it.
A silver 15hp Honda outboard serial number either 1007820 or 1067820 model BF15LHE

Thank you
Jim Halstead
River Thames Officer
01276 454900