Illinois Thief Nabs Bright Red Village Truck – Genius Move?

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Sherman, IL – In a stroke of criminal brilliance, someone decided that a bright red village truck was the perfect getaway vehicle.

According to the Sherman Police Department, this dazzling display of theft occurred on Monday when a 2014 Red Ford F550 with a Knapheide flatbed was stolen from the Village of Sherman public works facility. To add a touch of genius, the thief also took off with a 20-foot Doolittle dual-axle trailer attached, carrying not one, but two Zero turn lawn mowers—a Toro Z Master and an Exmark Laser. 

Because, you know, nothing screams “low profile” like a fire-engine red truck pulling a massive trailer. Perhaps the thief plans to start an impromptu landscaping business or simply wanted a flashy ride to cruise around town. The police are undoubtedly scratching their heads over this one, wondering what prompted such a bright idea.

Sherman authorities are urging anyone with information about this bold theft to contact Sergeant Joseph Vallar at 217-496-3256. This plea comes as they hope to unravel the mystery behind the stolen equipment and the motives of this conspicuously savvy criminal.

Shane Saathoff
Shane Saathoffhttp://www.SocialSnowball.com
An active writer for two decades, Shane's focuses on local news and events throughout the area, Shane is an active historian, science nerd, and tech geek. Shane is a native of Bourbonnais, IL, and alumni of Olivet Nazarene University.

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