Stolen semi truck leads Alberta RCMP on lengthy pursuit
What started with a simple vehicle theft, quickly led to an all-out car chase heading southbound on Highway 2.
A semi truck was stolen from Red Deer on March 23, used to smash into parked vehicles, and then failed to stop for police at around 9:45 pm Friday night.
The failure to stop led to a pursuit by police vehicles, though the truck could not easily be stopped, even after the deployment of a spike belt. The belt managed to completely destroy one of the vehicle’s front tires, though the truck continued to move.
Semi tractor trailer stopped by police (Airdrie RCMP)
Eventually the truck turned off onto Highway 2A, through Crossfield, and into the City of Airdrie.
It was there that a tactical intervention was made by the RCMP Emergency Response team, the Calgary Police Service TAC, and their HAWCS helicopter. Together they brought the truck to a stop.
One man was arrested and is currently in custody.
Anyone with information on the incident is asked to contact the Airdrie RCMP at 403-945-7200, or anonymously through Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-8477, or online through their website.
See also
Follow Channels and Categories