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Backhoe valued at $200K stolen from city's north end

Theft happened around 3:20 a.m., on May 12 in the area of Penetanguishene Road and Georgian Drive
2020-05-19 Stolen backhoe
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Barrie police are investigating after a backhoe valued at $200,000 was stolen from the northern city limits last Tuesday.

The backhoe is decribed as a Caterpillar 420.

It was stolen from the area of Penetanguishene Road and Georgian Drive on Tuesday, May 12 at around 3:20 a.m.

Police suspect a trailer would have been needed to haul away the heavy piece of machinery. 

Anyone with information can email [email protected].