Police—Missing persons—Women
205. Hon Sophia Moermond to the minister representing the Minister for Police:
I refer to WA police records.
(1) Could the minister advise whether the Western Australia Police Force maintains records of individuals reported missing following the use of rideshare services?
(2) If yes to (1), how many of those reported missing are women?
(3) Does the police force keep records of persons reported missing in the vicinity of Rottnest Island in connection with recreational boating activity?
(4) If yes to (2), how many of those reported missing are women?
Hon Matthew Swinbourn replied:
I thank the honourable member for some notice of the question. The following answer has been provided to me by the Minister for Police. I note that this is the member's last day and the following will say that we do not have time to provide an answer now, but we will table the answer in the timeframe that we provide.
The Western Australia Police Force has advised that a response to the member's question will require a significant number of resources and time to collate. A response will be provided on Tuesday 27 May 2025.
