The Estevan RCMP is seeking the public’s assistance with a series of thefts from drilling rig sites.
During the past 12 weeks, tools and other equipment have been stolen from several idle drilling rigs that were parked in a field to the west of Bienfait. A number of large metal halide floodlights were taken.
The RCMP would like to remind oilfield companies in this area that there may one or more individuals currently engaged in this type of activity. They are also reminding businesses that easily removed items like tools or other equipment should always be secured or completely removed from parked or idle rigs, especially when the rigs will be inactive or unattended for any length of time.
With the recent economic downturn, incidents like this are becoming more common, and operators should take appropriate steps to minimize the risk to their property as soon as possible.
Anyone with any information regarding these incidents, or any other criminal offence, is asked to contact the local RCMP at 306-637-4400 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
