Montreal police announced Wednesday the recovery of new tools valued at roughly $800,000 that had been taken from local hardware stores. The seized inventory was identified as part of a broader theft scheme that saw stolen merchandise listed on several online marketplaces.
The operation, which spanned multiple investigative networks, focused on tracking the movement of the tools after they left the stores. Police traced listings that matched the description of the missing items and coordinated with digital platforms to locate the sellers. The recovered tools were found in possession of individuals linked to the online sales.
Authorities confirmed that the thefts targeted a number of hardware retailers across the city, with the stolen goods being quickly posted for sale on various internet sites. The coordinated effort by police involved collaboration among several units to monitor the online activity and to follow the trail of the illicit transactions.
The successful retrieval of the $800,000 worth of equipment demonstrates the ongoing commitment of Montreal police to address organized retail theft and the misuse of e‑commerce channels for illegal profit. The investigation remains active as officials continue to examine the scope of the scheme and pursue any additional leads related to the stolen inventory.