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Farm worker accused of stealing cattle and selling for more than $250,000

By Howard B. Owens

A farm worker in Darien has been accused of stealing and selling 150 head of cattle from Herdsman at Reyncrest Farms and selling them for more than $250,000.

Charles G. Baldwin, 37, 4 John St., Akron, is charged with grand larceny and now held at Genesee County Jail in lieu of $20,000 bail.

Baldwin allegedly stole the cattle between July 2007 and May 2009 from the farm located at 9666 Route 77, Darien. The farm is owned by the Reynolds family, who reportedly employed Baldwin.

The alleged crime was investigated by William T. Ferrando, an investigator with the Sheriff's Office.

Andrew Erbell

If it's a large operation with multiple farms and he was in the right position of responsibility........

Last I knew, Donnans were milking several thousand head, which means even more heifers and calves.

Jun 26, 2009, 11:27pm Permalink
Beth Kinsley

Thanks Andrew. That does explain a lot. I guess with that many cows, you wouldn't miss a cow or two a week. And Jeff, that brings to mind a Johnny Cash song. One Piece at a Time. Ever hear it?

Jun 26, 2009, 11:30pm Permalink

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