Numerous pieces of equipment were allegedly stolen from a Central Okanagan Search and Rescue (COSAR) gear storage trailer Thursday evening (Sept. 2).

The search and rescue group said that an oxygen tank, trauma pack, flare packs, two radios and LED lights were stolen after thieves broke into the trailer. COSAR president Brad Trites said that the trailer was being outfitted to serve as a West Kelowna gear cache.

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The report will be presented to the RDCO board on Sept. 9, COSAR said.

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