> But maybe they have their reasons. Like what reasons? It's somewhat understandable that police might not want to investigate theft of relatively cheap item b

> But maybe they have their reasons. Like what reasons? It's somewhat understandable that police might not want to investigate theft of relatively cheap item because they have to prioritize. But a stolen boat? At the very least it warrants some further investigation. Them dismissing it outright just seems bizarre since they do have some evidence they at least should come and talk to the owner.