New wheels in the Far North

The ATV, based in Port Augusta will be able to be deployed across the Region and neighbouring regions on a purpose-built trailer.

Pictured on board the ATV are Constables Kayla and Tara out on patrol in Port Augusta utilising the ATV.

The ATV will be used for:

• Proactive police patrols
• Search and Rescue Operations
• Community Engagement
• Supporting targeted operations including Operation Summer Safe in the Upper Spencer Gulf

Officer in Charge of the Far North Region, Superintendent Josh Heinze says “The ATV will complement our fleet and be an additional tool to be used in a range of policing operations. The ATV is proving to be a talking point amongst the community with officers patrolling in the ATV reporting increased community interactions and curiosity around the vehicle.

Over the coming months we will increase our number of trained members to safely operate the ATV so its presence in the community will increase. Please don’t be shy in approaching police officers and asking questions about the ATV when you see them out in the community.”