photo by Anna Oakley
1/9/07
In what seems to be becoming a far too common occurrence in Austin, yet another band had their trailer and gear stolen. This time thieves managed to knock off Del Castillo last week in South Austin. Austin police recovered the trailer, but most of the equipment had already been unloaded. If anyone knows anything that might help, you can contact the band at info@delcastillomusic.com or the APD directly.
Here’s the official press release with some of the gear stolen:
Del Castillo’s trailer was stolen from their recording facility in South Austin sometime during the early morning hours of January 4. The custom-built trailer contained several thousand dollars worth of gear and equipment vital to the band’s live performances, and the theft was reported immediately to the Austin Police Department.
APD recovered the trailer on Sunday, January 7, and upon inventorying its contents the band discovered that numerous pieces of gear had been stolen. APD has an ongoing investigation into the matter.
It is assumed that the perpetrators will attempt to sell the stolen equipment, which has prompted the band to seek help from their friends, fans, media, and the general public. Although the loss is quite extensive, the band is especially eager to recover some of the most important items:
Shure U4S Diversity Wireless Receiver w/SM58 wireless mic
Shure T4V Diversity Receiver – Vocal w/SM58 handheld mic; serial #421980230
Ampeg SVT-III Bass Head; serial #TN3DE00009
Gallien-Krueger 400 RB Mark IV Bass Head; serial #1RA0410E02107264
Djembe Drum w/stand
Yamaha 24-channel 12-Buss Mixer w/splitter box and snake
PS700 Custom In-Ear Monitor
Case for Yamaha Mixer and Splitter box
Guitar World Case
The band urges you to contact APD immediately if you have been approached to purchase any of these items or any other items presumed to be stolen, or if you have any information regarding the theft. The APD contact is Detective Burke in the Motor Theft Division and he can be reached at 512-974-5265. The information can also be submitted by email to the band at info@delcastillomusic.com.
“It’s really disappointing that a crime like this would happen here in Austin where music is so valued,” stated Mark del Castillo. “We’re hopeful that this appeal will pave the way for the recovery of our equipment and we assure all of our friends and fans that this setback is only temporary.”
Websites:
www.delcastillomusic.com
www.myspace.com
