The Burbank Police Department is currently seeking assistance in the recovery of a city Water and Power utility truck, reportedly stolen on a recent Friday afternoon. As conveyed by CBS News Los Angeles, the incident occurred around 3:10 p.m. in the vicinity of Third Street and Providencia Avenue in Burbank.
The vehicle in question, a white Chevrolet 2500 pickup truck, was unattended at the time of the theft while an employee was working nearby. Despite having quickly contacted the California Highway Patrol to broadly assist in the search, law enforcement has yet to successfully locate the stolen truck. "If anyone sees the truck, they are asked to call the police," implored Lt. Derek Green of the Burbank Police Department in a statement obtained by myBurbank.com. The suspect was last noted to be traveling south on the I-5 Freeway.
The Burbank Police are distributing details of the truck to aid public recognition, with specifics including a toolbox in the bed, a light bar, and distinctive loading of shovels and cones, standard for utility works. The stolen vehicle is registered with the California license plate number 1175799, a detail shared on social media by the police department in a public plea for assistance.
Members of the community who spot the vehicle are to immediately contact their nearest law enforcement agency, as each moment could critically aid in the swift recovery of the stolen truck. The appeal shared by the Burbank Police on their official Twitter page urges the public to maintain vigilance and report any sightings. As the investigation continues, updates are meant to be provided whenever new information comes to light.
STOLEN: Burbank Water & Power Utility Pickup Truck
— Burbank Police (@BurbankPD) October 4, 2024
Chevrolet 2500
California License Plate # 1175799
If seen, please call your nearest law enforcement agency. pic.twitter.com/VzEioMxhms
