Dutch Harbor report

From the local police blotter:

Theft, Jan. 7 — Vessel captain reported a new crewmember had absconded after the captain had purchased his flight to Unalaska and had bought him new fishing gear.

Environmental, Jan. 8 — A small skiff sank at the Bobby Storrs Harbor and released a small amount of oil or fuel into the water. The owner was advised and harbor officers initiated a cleanup response.

Assistance rendered, Jan. 12 — Officers responded to a request first for help with a passenger who had not paid his taxi fare, and then to a report that said passenger had fallen into the water while climbing onto his boat. The passenger was out of the water and in his galley by the time officers arrived, and declined any medical care. He then paid for the taxi ride.