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VA and NC law enforcement search for stolen equipment headed for Portsmouth


Published on 2025-04-18 14:02:04 - WTKR
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  • Stolen equipment, cars, and trucks have become a lucrative business and a significant problem for communities nationwide.

Law enforcement agencies in Virginia and North Carolina are actively searching for stolen construction equipment that was en route to Portsmouth, Virginia. The equipment, valued at over $1 million, was stolen from a truck stop in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, and includes skid steers, mini excavators, and other heavy machinery. The theft occurred on November 15, and the equipment was being transported from Florida to a construction site in Portsmouth. Authorities are reviewing surveillance footage and following leads to recover the stolen items and apprehend the thieves, emphasizing the significant impact of such thefts on construction projects and the economy.

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