Police Discover the Most Extensive Off Grid Encampment They’ve Ever Found

A surprising encampment has left Edmonton Police Service officials in awe after it says that officers stumbled upon the “most elaborate” setups they’ve ever seen. A video walkthrough of the camp drives that statement home, since it’s clear that the people who lived here have put a lot of time and effort into the place.

Some of the notable finds include stoves, flooring, and appliances. Many of these devices were connected to solar power sources or generators, which kept them running despite not having access to electricity.

The people who lived there also managed to dam a nearby waterway, creating a source of running water for one of the structures. 

However, the police noted that all of these created an environmental issue for the surrounding area, since many trees and root systems were damaged as a result of the encampment’s construction. But that didn’t stop commenters from remarking on how impressive the setup truly was.

The Facebook post featured a lot of details about what was found at the encampment that was located in the City of Edmonton. According to the post, whoever set up the camp had made sure that it had many of the creature comforts of home, which included solar panels and four generators.

These devices were connected to the handmade buildings, which police described as being hidden under a heavy layer of camouflage that included broken branches and trees. “The structures had been built without nails or other forms of support and were at risk of collapse,” the post said. “Inside, police and park rangers found fire-stoves with lit fires, a stone fireplace, stone/marble flooring, a working fridge and washing machine, and live electrical wires strung haphazardly.”

Not everything officers found had to do with the construction of the encampment. According to the post, they also recovered some illegal items. “15 weapons, including three guns, and about $8,000 worth of stolen goods were recovered,” the post continued. “Police have so far returned two backpack blowers and one mountain bike to their rightful owners.”

After searching the encampment, Edmonton Police Service says that it issued 20 violation tickets and 10 warrants.

The encampment video was shared in October 2024, and the story went viral. Two years later, people still stumble across the police video and comment on what was uncovered. “I think these guys might be ingenious engineers,” one person wrote.

“The city should hire whoever did this, pure genius. This person deserves it,” another wrote.

Share onPet parents know how scary it can be when your beloved pet goes missing. That’s especially true when your missing fur baby is actually a baby.  This is what happened to one woman on Threads who recently posted about how her new kitten had suddenly vanished while inside the home. Threads user debbiemann739 shared…

Share onA Florida resident discovered an unexpected visitor in serious trouble after a red fox became tightly tangled in netting on the property. The resident contacted animal welfare for help, and two officers responded to free the animal. In a social media post, Escambia County Animal Welfare said the fox had become caught in netting…

Share onAs winter settles in and the days grow shorter, many people feel a familiar sense of dread. The winter blues can make the colder months feel long and isolating. This year, however, a growing number of people are finding a unique source of inspiration on TikTok: creators who not only survive but thrive in…

Share onWhat would you do if you saw a bear getting close to your family dog? It might sound scary, but hear us out. What if the bear was just hanging out and relaxing? That’s what happened to one family in Arvada, Colorado. A large black bear stretched out on their patio while their dog…

Share onA resident of Hermosa Beach, California, was forced into a lengthy and expensive court battle when Evhan Lemarck, a guest from France, would not vacate her Airbnb rental property after his reservation ended. Wendy Weissman said the guest “squatted” in her townhome, in a case that drew attention to a loophole in California tenancy…

Share onA Miami Marlins fan moment turned into a search for one very expressive dog after Bark at the Park at loanDepot park. The viral clip came from Monday’s Marlins game against the Texas Rangers, when one dog in the stands got a bite of a ballpark hot dog while another dog watched from one…

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *