Skip to content

‘Jaws Of Life’ Stolen From Fire Department In Pictou County

A significant theft of emergency equipment from a Pictou County fire department.

The break-in happened sometime last week at the Barneys River Volunteer department, according to RCMP.

Over $35,000 worth of equipment was stolen, including a ‘Jaws of Life’ set.

Firefighters use the equipment to extract people from vehicles.

Police say the front door of the building was damaged.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Pictou County District RCMP or Crime Stoppers.

  • Kevin Northup

    Kevin Northup has been a reporter and news anchor for more than 15 years. He is based in Yarmouth and covers stories locally and across Nova Scotia. Contact Kevin at northupk@radioabl.ca.

    View all posts

Do you have a news tip?

Submit to NSNews@radioabl.ca.

loader-image
Bridgewater, CA
4:36 pm, Apr 11, 2026
weather icon 9°C | °F
L: 9° H: 9°
overcast clouds

What’s Trending