RCMP Alert: Off-road vehicles and trailer stolen in New Denmark, NB

Community Safety Alert Overview

The Saint-Léonard RCMP Detachment is asking the public for assistance after a side-by-side, snowmobile, and utility trailer were stolen from a rural property on Christensen Road in New Denmark, New Brunswick. The theft is believed to have happened sometime during the week leading up to April 19, 2026, while the items were stored on the property.

Investigators believe one or more individuals arrived with a tow vehicle and trailer, removed multiple high-value recreational vehicles and equipment, and then left the area. The stolen items include a dark-coloured side-by-side, a black snowmobile with an aftermarket seat, an older 5×8 utility trailer with distinctive damage, at least two helmets (including a red one), and a converter. Police are concerned that these items may still be together and possibly being stored or moved within the region.

Official RCMP Details

According to the Saint-Léonard RCMP, the theft occurred from a rural property on Christensen Road, New Denmark, N.B. sometime in the week prior to April 19, 2026. One or more suspects are believed to have used a trailer and tow vehicle to steal the following items:

• Stolen side-by-side:
  • Make/Model: 2018 Can-Am Commander Max 1000R LTD EFI 4×4
  • Colour: described as dark coloured
  • Licence plate: New Brunswick YA5 657
  • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): 3JBKUAX2XJJ000293
• Stolen snowmobile:
  • Make/Model: 2013 Arctic Cat 1100 Turbo Sno Pro (black)
  • Licence plate: New Brunswick YF0 483
  • VIN: 4UF13SNW9DT103810
  • Notable feature: equipped with an aftermarket seat at the time it was taken
• Stolen utility trailer:
  • Type/Size: older 5×8 utility trailer
  • Frame: black
  • Deck: wooden deck painted white
  • Fenders: checker-plate fenders, with one fender visibly damaged
  • Licence plate: Ontario plate ending in 23W (full plate not provided)
• Other stolen property:
  • At least two helmets, including a red helmet shown in the RCMP image
  • A converter (no further description provided)

Investigators believe these items may still be stored or transported together, possibly on another trailer and tow vehicle. Residents, motorists, and businesses in the area are urged to pay attention to side-by-sides, snowmobiles, and small trailers matching these descriptions, particularly those carrying a mix of New Brunswick and Ontario plates.

How the Community Can Help

The RCMP is directly requesting assistance from the public. If you have seen any of these vehicles or the utility trailer, noticed them being advertised for sale, or observed suspicious activity around Christensen Road or nearby rural routes in the week before April 19, 2026, you are urged to contact police.

Contact information for tips:

• Saint-Léonard RCMP Detachment: 506-473-3137
• Crime Stoppers (anonymous):
  • Phone: 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
  • Secure P3 Mobile App: download and submit a tip through the app
  • Secure Web Tips: via www.crimenb.ca

When calling, reference that you are reporting information about stolen off-road vehicles and a trailer from New Denmark, N.B., and provide as many details as possible, including dates, times, licence plates, VINs, and any photos or surveillance footage you may have.

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, thefts of off-road vehicles, snow machines, and small trailers in rural communities like New Denmark are a recurring concern across Canada. These types of vehicles are valuable, relatively easy to move, and can be quickly resold or parted out. Even though this incident is in New Brunswick, similar property crime patterns are seen in communities nationwide, as reflected in our various regional crime analyses such as the Harley, Ontario crime statistics and safety data. Staying aware of these trends helps residents better protect their own property and support neighbours.

To reduce the risk of this type of theft, we encourage owners to store recreational vehicles out of sight when possible, use multiple locking points (ignition locks, wheel locks, hitch locks), record all VINs and licence plate numbers, and consider motion-activated lighting or cameras for rural properties. Report any unusual late-night traffic, unfamiliar trailers loaded with machines, or attempts to sell vehicles with incomplete paperwork. The more quickly communities share information with the RCMP or anonymously through Crime Stoppers, the better the chances of recovering stolen property and identifying those responsible. For additional current incident summaries and safety information, you can review other CrimeCanada.ca safety alerts.

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.