Tracking Device Helps Locate Stolen Vehicle

Tuesday, November 28, 2006 07:14 PM

It isn't the first time this has happened, Prince George RCMP getting a call about a stolen truck, not reporting a theft, but telling ppolice where the stolen truck is sitting.

It is becoming a more common occurance as new trucks are fitted with gps tracking devices. The latest incident, earlier today, involved a Ford F-350 pick up with an Arctic Cat Snowmobile on board, and towing a 16'6" aluminum boat equipped with a 175 Sport Jet engine.

The truck, snowmobile, boat, motor and boat trailer, had all been stolen from Ft. St. John . The RCMP in Ft. St. John called the Prince George detachment to tell them the vehicle was equipped with a gps, and they were tracking it. They advised P.G. the truck was on Carson Road. Prince George RCMP went to the address, and bingo, one Ford F-350 truck, minus snowmobile, boat and trailer.

The driver of the truck had fled the scene, and although a Police Service dog was brought in, Police weren't able to locate the suspect.

The truck has been taken to the Identification garage where it will be examined for other evidence. The investigation continues.

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