POLICE are forced to make decisions about what crimes to attend to because resources are scarce, says shadow minister for Police and Emergency Services Giulia Jones.
Mrs Jones says the revelations came from the ACT Chief Police Officer Justine Saunders during the Estimates Hearings in response to questions about drive offs.
“It is clear that ACT Policing needs more support from the Barr government. Minister Gentleman should be angry about how motor traders are suffering and empower police to respond properly to this injustice.
“It is incredibly sad that the head of an organisation whose sole purpose is to keep Canberra safe and orderly is forced to concede that some crimes are not worth pursuing within the community.
“This sends the message to business owners and members of the community that they are on their own if they become victim to a crime not deemed worthy of pursuing.”
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