Community Alert: Stolen ATV Reported in Wapske, New Brunswick
Section 1: The Alert
The Perth-Andover RCMP are asking residents for assistance after an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) was reported stolen from a property in Wapske, New Brunswick. The theft is believed to have taken place during the night hours of April 25, 2026, at a home on Longley Road.
Investigators are working to locate the missing ATV and are urging anyone who may have seen suspicious activity in the area, or who recognizes the described vehicle, to come forward. Timely public tips are often crucial in property crime investigations, much like trends seen in other Canadian communities analyzed in our crime and safety reports for small municipalities.
Section 2: Official Details
According to the official information from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), the ATV was taken from a residence on Longley Road in Wapske, N.B. during the overnight period of April 25, 2026.
The stolen vehicle is described as:
- Make/Model: 2022 Yamaha YF45 ATV
- Colour: Blue
- Province of Registration: New Brunswick
- Licence Plate: YF1434
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): 5Y4AJ69W8NA300681
Image of Stolen ATV:
How the Community Can Help
CrimeCanada.ca is asking our community members in and around Wapske and the Perth-Andover area to stay alert and assist the investigation in the following ways:
- Watch for a blue 2022 Yamaha YF45 ATV matching the description above.
- Be cautious if you are offered an ATV for sale that seems underpriced or lacks proper documentation.
- Report any sightings of the ATV or suspicious activity involving ATVs in your area.
If you have seen this ATV, or have any information related to the theft:
- Contact the Perth-Andover RCMP Detachment at 506-273-5000.
- To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers:
- Phone: 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
- Secure P3 Mobile App
- Online: www.crimenb.ca
Investigating officer contact (as provided by RCMP):
Corporal Benjamin-Pierre Many
Perth-Andover Detachment
West District RCMP
Phone: 506-273-5000
Email: rcmpnb.grcnb@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
Section 3: CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective
From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, thefts of ATVs and other off-road vehicles are a recurring concern in rural and semi-rural regions across Canada, including New Brunswick. These vehicles are valuable, highly portable, and often stored outside or in less-secured outbuildings, which can make them attractive targets for opportunistic thieves. Our broader safety data work, including our rural community crime analyses similar to those done for places like Itaska Beach crime and safety trends, shows that community vigilance and prompt reporting are key deterrents.
To help protect your own property, CrimeCanada.ca recommends residents in New Brunswick consider the following general precautions for ATVs and similar equipment:
- Store ATVs in locked garages or secure sheds whenever possible.
- Use heavy-duty locks, chains, or wheel/ignition immobilizers when vehicles are stored outside.
- Record and safely store your vehicle’s VIN, licence plate, and detailed photos for identification.
- Install motion-activated lighting or cameras around driveways and outbuildings.
- Report any suspicious late-night activity, unknown vehicles, or attempted thefts to the RCMP immediately.
By sharing official alerts quickly and clearly, CrimeCanada.ca’s mission is to support law enforcement efforts and empower residents of New Brunswick to recognize risks, report information, and help recover stolen property. Community awareness and rapid information sharing significantly increase the chances of returning vehicles like this stolen ATV to their 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.