Drew Gin's Olympic Medals Stolen from Car in Melbourne: Thieves Take Silver and Gold
A set of Olympic medals belonging to rowing legend Drew Gin was stolen from his car in Docklands, Melbourne. The theft occurred between 9pm last Thursday and 5am the following morning, taking one silver and three gold medals. Investigators have released an image of the medals and urge anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers.
The investigation into the theft of Olympic medals belonging to renowned rower Drew Gin is currently underway, as local police seek information regarding the break-in that took place in Melbourne's Docklands.
Details of the Theft Incident
Last week, he reported that four of his medals were stolen from his car, a black Land Rover. The theft occurred sometime between 9 PM last Thursday and 5 AM the following morning. Investigators are focusing on how the thieves managed to break into Gin's vehicle during this time frame.
Valuable Medals Taken from Victorian Olympian
Among the stolen items, there is one silver medal and three gold medals, awarded to Gin for his achievements in four consecutive Olympics held in Sydney, Athens, Beijing, and London. The medals were in his car following a recent speaking engagement at a school, highlighting the sentimental value they hold.
Additional Items and Community Appeal
In addition to the medals, a wetsuit, a GoPro camera, and some headphones were also taken from the vehicle. The Melbourne Crime Investigation Unit has shared images of the stolen medals with the public to assist in the recovery process.
Community Urged to Report Information
Detective Sergeant Timothy Reiher emphasized the rarity and emotional significance of such medals, describing them as priceless to their owners. The authorities encourage anyone who may have information about the theft to contact Crime Stoppers and to keep an eye out for the medals in pawn shops and online marketplaces.