BOLO Alert 2018-07-29-TRI - Missing Person Vehicle Nial Triffett

TASMANIA POLICE

BE ON THE LOOKOUT (BOLO) ALERT

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ALERT NUMBER: 2018-07-29-TRI

ISSUED BY: Administrative Officer E. Lowe, Hobart Police Station

AUTHORISING OFFICER: Detective S. Lahey, CIB Hobart

DATE/TIME ISSUED: 29 July 2018, 14:35 hours

CLASSIFICATION: Priority - Missing Person Investigation

DISTRIBUTION: All Tasmania Police stations and patrol units (statewide)

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SUBJECT DETAILS

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NAME: TRIFFETT, Nial Phillip

DOB: 15 April 1984 (age 34)

RESIDENCE: 47 Nelson Road, Mount Nelson, TAS 7007

OCCUPATION: Business owner (Triffett Fencing Solutions)

MISSING SINCE: 28 July 2018 (approximately 09:15 hours)

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VEHICLE DETAILS

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MAKE/MODEL: Ford Ranger XLT 4WD Dual Cab Utility

YEAR: 2015

COLOUR: Forest Green

REGISTRATION: G42-7NP (Tasmania)

VIN: 6FPAAAJGXFC123847

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES:

- Professional business signage on both sides: "TRIFFETT FENCING SOLUTIONS"

(white vinyl lettering, highly visible)

- Business phone number displayed on signage

- Chrome sports bar with LED light bar mounted

- Tow bar fitted

- Minor dent in rear left tray panel

REGISTRATION STATUS: Current (expires 14/03/2019)

LAST CONFIRMED LOCATION: Mount Nelson, departing 47 Nelson Road

DIRECTION OF TRAVEL: North towards Collinsvale area

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CIRCUMSTANCES

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Subject departed residence 28 July 2018 (approximately 09:15) stating intention to meet potential client regarding fencing business. Subject failed to return home and has not made contact with family since departure. Mobile phone communications ceased approximately 10:30 hours same date.

GPS data indicates likely destination in Collinsvale area. Extensive searches of area have not located subject or vehicle. Disappearance considered out of character. Subject has four-year-old son and no history of extended absences without communication.

RISK ASSESSMENT: Moderate to High

- Subject known to be experiencing financial difficulties

- No indication of suicidal ideation

- Possible vulnerability to coercion or criminal activity

- Vehicle represents significant financial asset

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ACTION REQUIRED

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ALL UNITS:

1. Maintain heightened awareness for described vehicle

2. Check all areas within patrol zones, particular attention to:

- Collinsvale and surrounding areas

- Car parks (shopping centres, industrial areas)

- Rural properties and access roads

- Breakdown areas on major routes

- Known vehicle dumping locations

3. DO NOT APPROACH OR INTERCEPT WITHOUT BACKUP

(circumstances of disappearance unknown, potential third-party involvement)

4. Report ANY sightings IMMEDIATELY to Hobart CIB via radio or phone:

- Detective Sergeant K. Jenkins (mobile: [redacted])

- Detective S. Lahey (mobile: [redacted])

- Hobart Station CIB: (03) 6230 2111

5. If vehicle located unoccupied:

- Secure scene immediately

- Request CIB attendance

- Preserve potential evidence

- Do NOT enter vehicle unless exigent circumstances

6. If subject sighted with vehicle:

- Note exact location, direction of travel, any passengers

- Attempt contact if safe to do so (welfare check)

- Report immediately to CIB

- Follow instructions from responding detectives

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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CASE REFERENCE: MP-2018-0729-001 / Case File 019-054

INVESTIGATING OFFICERS: Det. K. Jenkins, Det. S. Lahey (Hobart CIB)

REPORTED BY: Jennifer Anne Triffett (spouse) - 29 July 2018

VEHICLE ALERTS:

- ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition) flagged

- All border checkpoints notified (Spirit of Tasmania terminals)

- Neighbouring jurisdictions notified (Victoria Police, SA Police)

RELATED ALERTS:

Subject also reported missing to National Missing Persons Coordination Centre

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NOTES FOR PATROL UNITS

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- Vehicle's business signage makes it readily identifiable

- However, signage could potentially be removed or covered

- Check vehicles matching general description even if signage not visible

- Vehicle may be concealed on private property

- Driver may have changed appearance or may be in company of unknown persons

- Treat all contact as potentially sensitive welfare matter

MEDIA: No public appeal issued at this stage. Direct all media enquiries to Tasmania Police Media Unit.

UPDATE SCHEDULE: Daily briefings 08:00 and 16:00 hours until further notice

NEXT SCHEDULED UPDATE: 30 July 2018, 08:00 hours

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT REQUIRED:

All stations confirm receipt of this BOLO via email

Questions or additional information:

Contact Administrative Officer E. Lowe

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END OF ALERT