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Athabasca 'chop shop' bust yields millions in stolen vehicles

BY The Canadian Press, Jan 3, 2025 2:15 PM - REPORT AN ERROR

Athabasca R-C-M-P say a G-P-S tracking system in a vehicle that was reported stolen on Sunday

Police in a community north of Edmonton say they have recovered millions of dollars in stolen property after dismantling a chop shop.

Athabasca R-C-M-P say a G-P-S tracking system in a vehicle that was reported stolen on Sunday led police to a rural property, where they say stolen items were being dismantled and repurposed for illegal resale.

Police say they found multiple stolen vehicles including semi-trucks and trailers, off-road vehicles, and heavy equipment and parts. A 36-year-old man from Athabasca is facing charges.

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