Franklin County, TN – Authorities are asking for the public’s help after a utility trailer was reported stolen earlier this week from a rural area of the county.
According to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, a 5-foot by 8-foot mesh utility trailer equipped with a ramp was stolen from the Monroe Floyd Road area on Tuesday, January 14. The theft remains under active investigation.
Deputies say the trailer was in good condition at the time it was taken, but investigators believe it now has a broken passenger-side taillight, which could help residents identify it if seen being towed or parked.
The sheriff’s office released details about the theft on social media Wednesday morning, urging residents in Franklin County and surrounding areas of Middle Tennessee to stay alert and report any suspicious activity.
Investigators are asking anyone who may have seen the trailer, noticed unusual activity near Monroe Floyd Road, or has information that could help identify those allegedly responsible to come forward.
Tips can be reported directly to Investigator Shawn Malhoit at 931-308-9423, or by calling Franklin County dispatch at 931-967-2331. Residents can also message the sheriff’s office through Facebook Messenger. Officials say tips may be provided anonymously.
Utility trailer thefts are a common concern in rural and semi-rural parts of Tennessee, as trailers can be quickly moved across county lines and resold or repurposed, according to law enforcement officials.
The sheriff’s office is encouraging the community to share the alert to help increase visibility and improve the chances of recovering the stolen property.
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