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John Deere reported stolen mysteriously returns home

By Howard B. Owens

Two days ago, we told you about a riding mower that was reportedly stolen from a residence on Naramore Drive in Batavia.

The tractor is home safe and sound.

Liz Johnson said the mower appeared next to their shed today as mysteriously as it disappeared. No note, no knock on the door to explain things or to apologize for an apparent mix up.

She spoke with police and the theory is the removal of the mower was a case of mistaken address by a repair shop that was scheduled for maintenance. After the tractor was posted on The Batavian as stolen, the repair shop realized its mistake and quietly returned the mower.

Johnson said she's at least glad there is a happy ending to the story.

George Richardson

Once I mowed my yard and the disabled guy's lot next door I didn't need it anymore. Thanks, and I topped off the tank for you, no cost, pay it ahead. Sorry you got your panties in a wad.

May 9, 2016, 11:00pm Permalink

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