Investigators with the Ocala Police Department are searching for thieves who stole almost $50,000 worth of equipment from a local farm whose purpose is to teach young people.
Police say the thieves targeted the 4H farm in Marion County on August 17 by cutting a fence at Grace Christian School near the soccer field, and driving a vehicle up to the storage barn where the used bolt cutters to get through a heavy-duty lock.
Investigators are asking for any help from the public in locating the following stolen pieces of equipment:
- John Deere ZTRAC riding lawn mower valued at $8,500
- 2014 John Deere Gator Utility Truck, valued at $9,499
- John Deere 4120 compact tractor with bucket, valued at $30,000
If you have any information, you're asked to contact to the Ocala Police Department, or Marion County Sheriff's Office.