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Georgia man arrested, charged after stealing tractor worth $58,000, police say

Police said the tractor was stolen from a construction site off Heritage Glen Drive.
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GAINESVILLE, Ga. — A Georgia man was arrested after he allegedly stole a $58,000 tractor from a construction site in Gainesville, police said.

He is accused of stealing a Takeuchi Skid Steer, a compact track loader often used at construction sites, according to the manufacturer's website. Police said the tractor was stolen from a site off Heritage Glen Drive and was recovered down the road.

The 34-year-old Gainesville man was taken into custody and charged with theft by receiving, according to police. He is now being held in the Hall County Jail.

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