Tow Truck Driver Brett David Shearer Disqualified for 3 Years

NSW Fair Trading News

Filed April 7th, 2026

Detected April 8th, 2026

Summary

NSW Fair Trading has disciplined tow truck driver Brett David Shearer by reprimanding him and disqualifying him from holding a tow truck licence or driver's certificate for 3 years. The action follows Shearer's guilty plea to two offences: intimidation with intent to cause fear, and larceny involving theft of 5 sets of car keys in connection with his tow truck business. NSW Fair Trading determined Shearer is no longer a fit and proper person to hold a Tow Truck Drivers Certificate.

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What changed

NSW Fair Trading has imposed disciplinary action on tow truck driver Brett David Shearer, revoking his eligibility to hold a Tow Truck Drivers Certificate for 3 years. The disqualification follows Shearer's guilty plea to criminal offences committed in connection with his tow truck business, specifically intimidation and theft of car keys. The regulator found he is no longer a fit and proper person under the relevant licensing framework.\n\nTow truck operators and industry participants should note that NSW Fair Trading actively pursues disciplinary action against licence holders with criminal convictions or misconduct. Operators must maintain standards consistent with being deemed a fit and proper person. Consumers and roadside assistance providers should verify licences through official channels and report any suspected misconduct to protect industry integrity.

What to do next

Review the disqualification record when verifying contractor credentials
Ensure staff understand the 'fit and proper person' standards for tow truck operations
Report any concerns about industry misconduct to NSW Fair Trading

Penalties

Brett David Shearer is disqualified from holding a Tow Truck Licence or Drivers Certificate for 3 years.

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Disciplinary action

Tow truck driver Brett David Shearer disqualified for 3 years

Published: 7 April 2026 Released by: NSW Fair Trading Listen Brett David Shearer has been reprimanded and disqualified from holding a tow truck licence or drivers certificate for 3 years.

NSW Fair Trading has taken disciplinary action against former tow truck driver Brett David Shearer. Mr Shearer was charged with and pleaded guilty to two offences relating to conduct that occurred in connection with his work in the tow truck industry, namely:

one personal violence offence that involved intimidating another person with the intent to cause fear of physical or mental harm; and
one offence of larceny involving the theft of 5 sets of car keys. Based on the above offences and related conduct, Mr Shearer was found to no longer be a fit and proper person to hold a Tow Truck Drivers Certificate. Mr Shearer has been reprimanded and disqualified from holding a Licence or Drivers Certificate for a period of 3 years.

NSW Fair Trading remains dedicated to upholding high standards across the tow truck industry and will continue to take strong action against individuals who engage in misconduct.