RCMP Seize Large Cache of Suspected Stolen STIHL Gear in Moncton

Community Safety Alert for Moncton and Atlantic Canada

The Codiac Regional RCMP has recovered hundreds of suspected stolen STIHL products from a retail business in Moncton, New Brunswick. The seizure is part of an active investigation into a major equipment theft that occurred earlier this year in London, Ontario, where nearly $650,000 in STIHL equipment was reported stolen.

On June 23, 2026, RCMP officers executed coordinated search warrants at multiple retail locations in Moncton and several communities in Prince Edward Island, leading to the recovery of merchandise believed to be connected to the February theft in Ontario. The seized items in this phase of the investigation are estimated to have a retail value of about $20,000.

Official Incident Details

According to the Codiac Regional RCMP, the investigation began after a representative from STIHL alerted police on June 17, 2026, about suspected stolen equipment being sold at retail outlets in:

• Moncton, New Brunswick
• Summerside, Prince Edward Island
• Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
• Montague, Prince Edward Island

The products are believed to be tied to a major theft that occurred in February 2026, when approximately $650,000 worth of STIHL equipment was stolen from a business in London, Ontario. While London is not one of the smaller municipalities we track in depth like Strathroy-Caradoc crime and safety data, it faces similar pressures related to property and commercial theft.

On June 23, 2026, members of the Codiac Regional RCMP Crime Reduction Unit, supported by General Duty officers and collaborating RCMP officers in Prince Edward Island, executed four search warrants at the identified retail businesses. These simultaneous searches led to the seizure of hundreds of STIHL products believed to have been taken during the February theft in Ontario.

Key facts from the RCMP investigation:

• Estimated value of original theft in London, Ontario: ~$650,000 in STIHL equipment.
• Estimated retail value of items recovered in this operation: ~$20,000.
• Items seized: Hundreds of STIHL-branded products (specific models and types were not listed in the RCMP release).
• Search locations: Retail businesses in Moncton, NB; Summerside, Charlottetown, and Montague, PEI.
• Investigative partners: Codiac Regional RCMP, RCMP in Prince Edward Island, and the London Police Service.

The RCMP has emphasized that collaboration between police, businesses, and the public was central to recovering these items and disrupting the flow of stolen property across provincial borders. The investigation is ongoing, and officers continue to analyze how the recovered merchandise ended up in these businesses’ possession.

Request for Public Assistance

The Codiac Regional RCMP is asking anyone who may have information connected to this investigation—whether about the original theft, transportation of the goods, or how the merchandise was distributed—to come forward.

If you have information that could assist investigators, please contact:

• Codiac Regional RCMP: 506-857-2400
• Crime Stoppers (anonymous tip): 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
• Online anonymous tips: www.crimenb.ca
• P3 Tips mobile app (anonymous submissions)

Members of the CrimeCanada.ca community in New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Ontario are encouraged to carefully review any STIHL equipment they have purchased recently, especially from non-authorized or unfamiliar retailers. If you suspect that an item you own could be stolen property related to this case, do not dispose of it or alter serial numbers—contact the Codiac Regional RCMP or your local police service for guidance.

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, this case underscores how property crime and stolen goods networks can move quickly between provinces and impact both businesses and everyday residents in New Brunswick and beyond. High-value equipment thefts—similar to trends we track in smaller Ontario communities such as Harley property and crime statistics—can fuel broader criminal activity when stolen items are resold into legitimate markets.

To help protect yourself and your community:

• When buying tools or equipment, especially high-end brands like STIHL, purchase from reputable, established retailers.
• Be cautious of deals that seem far below normal retail prices, particularly if serial numbers appear tampered with or removed.
• Businesses should maintain clear inventory records, regularly check serial numbers, and promptly report suspicious supply offers or unusual bulk purchases.
• Always report suspicious activity, unexpected surplus of branded tools, or offers of equipment from unknown sources to police or Crime Stoppers.

Community awareness and timely reporting are critical to breaking the cycle of stolen property being pushed into the marketplace. Every tip—no matter how small it may seem—can help police trace supply chains, support prosecutions, and return property to rightful owners.

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.