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Vandals Cripple Canada's Largest Food Rescue Fleet
8 Jan
Summary
- Four vital trucks of Canada's largest food rescue organization were vandalized.
- Water in the fuel of vandalized trucks halted operations on New Year's Day.
- 20,000 pounds of food deliveries were canceled due to the incident.
Second Harvest, a prominent food rescue charity in Canada, experienced a significant operational setback early on New Year's Day when four of its delivery trucks were vandalized. The organization reported that water was deliberately introduced into the fuel systems of these vehicles, crippling their ability to operate. This act of vandalism impacted nearly 25% of Second Harvest's fleet, causing immediate disruptions.
The damage resulted in the cancellation of food deliveries to 29 different charities on January 1st. Consequently, an estimated 20,000 pounds of food failed to reach individuals and families who rely on these services. The charity's vice-president of supply chain and logistics described the incident as "disappointing" and expressed bewilderment over the motive behind targeting their operations.
In response, Second Harvest has filed a police report, and the Toronto Police Service has confirmed an ongoing investigation into the mischief to vehicles. While the vandalized trucks undergo repairs, the organization is utilizing rental trucks to mitigate the impact and continue its essential work of redistributing surplus food to non-profit organizations across the region.
