Asphalt packer machine rams into building

A stolen asphalt packer ran into a building at 1502 Quebec Avenue (Saskatoon Fire Department).

A stolen asphalt packer was driven into the side of a building Monday evening.

Damage to the asphalt packer and property is approximately $75,000.

A Saskatoon Fire Department crew was called to the building at 1502 Quebec Avenue to put out a fire caused by the engine, and investigated electrical hazards.

The driver of the stolen machine fled the scene when crews arrived.