Chainsaw worth $2,000 taken from HFD fire truck, officials say

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- A critical piece of equipment worth about $2,000 was stolen from a Houston fire truck, and now the fire department is asking for help in finding it.

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The Houston Fire Department said a chainsaw was stolen off a truck on March 9. The equipment is often used during extractions or entanglement situations such as crashes or other operations.
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HFD said they are working with the police department to identify those involved in the theft. HPD said the incident happened at about 10:20 a.m. at 3111 Woodridge in a parking lot.

Anyone with information regarding the theft is urged to contact authorities at 713-222-TIPS.
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