Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Pike County Owned Backhoe Found
We reported Wednesday that Pike County Judge Executive Wayne T. Rutherford was going to request the assistance of the FBI to join the investigation of a stolen backhoe owned by the county.
District 5 Magistrate Hillman Dotson said the $ 76,000 piece of equipment has been found. The Caterpillar backhoe was found at Carters Branch located near Phelps High School.
Dotson said the culprit stole batteries, spray painted the decal , and drained fuel and oil out of it.
Dotson said his office received a tip as to the whereabouts of the backhoe.
It is unknown how much it will cost to repair the damage.
District 5 Magistrate Hillman Dotson said the $ 76,000 piece of equipment has been found. The Caterpillar backhoe was found at Carters Branch located near Phelps High School.
Dotson said the culprit stole batteries, spray painted the decal , and drained fuel and oil out of it.
Dotson said his office received a tip as to the whereabouts of the backhoe.
It is unknown how much it will cost to repair the damage.
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