Man to face court on 90 charges after allegedly stealing copper fittings

[Derwan]

I know this was discussed in the service disruptions thread, but I thought it deserved its own thread.  Who would be so stupid as to endanger the lives of so many people?  I hope he gets the book thrown at him (edit: if found guilty)!

http://www.couriermail.com.au/news/queensland/man-28-to-face-court-on-90-charges-after-allegedly-stealing-copper-fittings-from-qld-rail-sites/story-e6freoof-1226443615145

A MAN has been charged with endangering the safety of commuters after allegedly stealing copper fittings from Queensland Rail sites.

The 28-year-old is facing 90 charges, with police alleging he stole copper wiring and fittings throughout the Caboolture district, north of Brisbane, over four months.

He's facing 26 counts of endangering the safety of rail commuters, 29 counts of entering premises with intent, 32 counts of fraud and three counts of interfering with the railway.

The offences are alleged to have occurred between March and July this year.

The man is due to face the Caboolture Magistrates Court on Monday.

Last week, Sunshine Coast rail commuters faced disruptions after thieves again stole copper wiring from train stations.

On Tuesday, six stations were closed due to the theft of wiring used to earth overhead powerlines, and other thefts followed later in the week.

[ozbob]

Alleged offences.  Be circumspect in any comments.

[Fares_Fair]

Possibly more to come ... or another offender still at large.

Good news for Queensland Rail and the Police Service.
Let justice run it's course.