What happened to Second Harvest's trucks on New Year's Day?

Four of Second Harvest's trucks were vandalized on New Year's Day, with water found in their fuel systems.

How much food was affected by the vandalism at Second Harvest?

Approximately 20,000 pounds of food deliveries were canceled due to the damaged trucks.

Is the Second Harvest vandalism investigation ongoing?

Yes, Toronto police have filed a report and are investigating the mischief to vehicles.

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Vandals Cripple Canada's Largest Food Rescue Fleet

8 Jan

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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.

Vandals Cripple Canada's Largest Food Rescue Fleet

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.