RCMP Seek Stolen Snowmobile in Baker Brook, New Brunswick

The Saint-Léonard RCMP Detachment is asking for the public’s help to locate a stolen snowmobile taken from a private residence in Baker Brook, New Brunswick. The machine, a distinctive black and camouflage Yamaha, was reported stolen after being taken in broad daylight from a residential property.

Investigators believe the theft occurred on April 12, 2026, between approximately 11:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., at a home on Rue des Ormes in Baker Brook. Police are particularly interested in speaking with anyone who saw the snowmobile, or any unusual vehicles or behaviour, in the neighbourhood during or after this timeframe.

Official Details of the Stolen Snowmobile

RCMP officers have released detailed identifying information about the stolen snowmobile to assist the community in recognizing it if seen in transit, stored on a property, or advertised for sale.

The stolen vehicle is described as:

• Make/Model: 2003 Yamaha RX10HB snowmobile
• Colour/Pattern: Black with camouflage accents
• Province of Registration: New Brunswick
• Licence Plate: JYE8FA
• Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): JYE8FA0033A00438
• Location of Theft: Residence on Rue des Ormes, Baker Brook, N.B.
• Timeframe of Theft: Between 11:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. on April 12, 2026

The RCMP has also circulated an image of the snowmobile to help the public identify it:

How the Public Can Help

CrimeCanada.ca is urging residents in and around Baker Brook, as well as anyone elsewhere in New Brunswick who may have seen this machine, to assist the investigation. Even a small detail—such as noticing a trailer carrying a similar snowmobile, or seeing it appear suddenly on a property or in an online listing—could be crucial.

If you have seen the snowmobile since April 12, 2026, or if you observed suspicious vehicles or activity on or near Rue des Ormes around the time of the theft, please contact the RCMP using the information below:

• Saint-Léonard RCMP Detachment: 506-473-3137
• Crime Stoppers (anonymous tips): 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
• Crime Stoppers Secure Web Tips: submit online via www.crimenb.ca
• P3 Mobile App: Anonymous tips can also be submitted through the secure P3 Mobile App

Residents in other regions who monitor local trends in property crime—such as those who use tools like community crime statistics and safety data—can also play a role by staying alert for unusual vehicle movements, sudden acquisitions of high-value recreational equipment, or suspicious resale activity.

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, thefts of recreational vehicles like snowmobiles affect both individual victims and the broader sense of security in communities across New Brunswick. These machines are valuable, easily transportable, and often stored outdoors or in outbuildings, which makes them attractive targets for opportunistic thieves. Prompt reporting of suspicious activity, sharing information about stolen property, and carefully documenting serial numbers and vehicle identification numbers are all key steps to reducing property crime.

We encourage residents to secure snowmobiles and other seasonal vehicles with multiple layers of protection—such as locked garages or sheds, heavy-duty chains or wheel locks, and well-placed motion lighting or cameras. Just as important is community vigilance: if you notice unusual towing activity, unfamiliar vehicles repeatedly circling your area, or snowmobiles appearing in unexpected locations, report it to police. Cooperative, informed neighbourhoods are among the most effective defences against property crimes of this kind.

Official Source & Community Safety

This safety alert is based on an official release from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). CrimeCanada.ca aggregates and analyzes this data to keep the new-brunswick community informed, aware, and safe. We are an independent safety data aggregator and not the original creators of the underlying incident report.

Read the full official release here: RCMP Official Statement.