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Equipment stolen from Pierce County volunteer search and rescue team

Pierce County Explorer Search and Rescue burglary Pierce County Explorer Search and Rescue says someone broke into the outside compartments on vehicles and stole rescue equipment and gas. (Pierce County Explorer Search and Rescue)

PIERCE COUNTY, Wash. — A volunteer search and rescue team is asking for help to recover from a burglary.

Pierce County Explorer Search and Rescue members say someone cut the fence to their vehicle storage area.

The thieves broke into exterior compartments on two mobile operations vehicles and a trailer.

They made off with rescue equipment and fuel.

The gear and vehicle locks must now be repaired or replaced.

The volunteer group is entirely funded by donations.

You can donate at this link: https://www.soothersmaylive.org/

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