RCMP recovers stolen fire trucks in swift southern Alberta bust

April 25, 2025, 1:21 pm

Two fire trucks stolen from a Champion fire hall in southern Alberta were recovered thanks to rapid RCMP intervention. Authorities have now charged a suspect in connection with the theft, underscoring the effectiveness of their prompt response and coordinated action in restoring vital public service equipment.

theglobeandmail.com / Fire trucks stolen in southern Alberta found, man facing charges

One suspect remains at large after two fire trucks stolen, and later recovered, south of Calgary

globalnews.ca / Fire trucks stolen in southern Alberta, man facing charges

A man from Peace River, Alta. faces a number of charges after two firetrucks were stolen in the village of Champion on April 20.

calgaryherald.com / Two fire trucks stolen Sunday from Champion fire hall, but recovered thanks to 'swift' action by police

Two fire trucks were stolen Sunday night from the Champion fire hall, but were recovered due to the “swift action” by the RCMP. After getting a commercial alarm notification at about 11:30 p.m. on Sunday, the responding Vulcan RCMP officer heading to Champion, about 110 kilometres southeast of...

winnipegfreepress.com / Fire trucks stolen in southern Alberta found, man facing charges

thestar.com / Fire trucks stolen in southern Alberta found, man facing charges

PEACE RIVER - One man is facing charges after police say two fire trucks were stolen in southern Alberta.

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