On April 22nd, 2017 at approximately 8:45 am, Blackfalds RCMP responded to a report of a stolen Caterpillar 345CL excavator, from a work site near the intersection of Highway 2 and Highway 597 (Blackfalds/Joffre exit).

It is believed that the excavator was loaded on a flat deck trailer being towed by a Semi Truck.

The excavator was loaded 200 yards North of the Blindman Bridge on Highway 2, in the North bound lanes. It is believed an entire lane would have been blocked during the loading process. 

The incident occurred sometime between 7:30 pm on April 21 and 7:00 am on April 22. I

nvestigators are asking anyone who may have information regarding this occurrence to contact Blackfalds RCMP at (403) 885-3300. 

If you want to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers by phone at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or by internet at www.tipsubmit.com.

You do not have to reveal your identity to Crime Stoppers, and if you provide information to Crime Stopper that leads to an arrest(s), you may eligible for a cash reward.

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