$10K Worth Of Equipment Stolen From Fire Company

OAKDALE, Pa. — (WPXI) – A local fire company is asking for help after around $10,000 worth of equipment was stolen from them. The Oakdale Hose Company assistant chief reported that someone stole from his truck at around 2:20 a.m. on Sunday. Firefighters said Motorola APX 8000 All Band portable radios were inside. They said these are highly sought after in public service. They believe the total amount stolen equals around $10,000. An officer was called to the scene and did get into a brief foot pursuit with the suspect, but they got away. Firefighters are asking people who live in that area to check their cameras for video that might help them find the person responsible. The fire chief is expected to offer a reward for the return of the equipment or information that leads to the conviction of the person responsible.