Lloydminster RCMP are treating Monday’s (May 19) power outage as a criminal investigation.
Police are seeking your help in getting dashcam or other video footage that may have captured those responsible.
Police say a gun was fired at the ATCO substation at 75 Avenue and 12 Street, intentionally striking an oil tank.
Investigators state the damage resulted in a significant power loss and the release of about 20,000 litres of oil.
An early estimate for repairs and environmental cleanup is about $1.1 million.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Lloydminster RCMP at 780-808-8300.
If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).
Over 2,500 Lloydminster subscribers woke up without power. The electricity was out for about three hours, returning around 8:00 a.m.
