TWO boatloads of people from Bougainville planning to attend a church program in Choiseul have been rescued by Taro Police in Choiseul after they ran out of fuel.
Police Media Unit reported that Taro police have rescued the two ray boats originally from Boungainville few kilometres away from Taro island recently.
The two ray boats loaded with luggage and passengers travelled to Choiseul Province for a Church program but ran short of fuel before reaching Taro island, the statement said.
Luckily, they were drifting on a location that had access to the mobile coverage and they called Taro police for assistance.
Officers at Taro police responded with fuel before they arrived safely at Taro station for check out with Immigration before proceeding with their church activities.
Provincial Police Commander (PPC) Choiseul Province, Superintendent Berry Pogesopa urged the travelling public to be more cautious when travelling at sea.
“Make sure to check on the weather updates before travelling with extra fuel and all safety equipment onboard before travelling.”
Superintendent Pogesopa added, this is vital for the travelling public to consider safety before travelling. Remember when travelling always consider your safety.
