Stolen truck investigation steps up

Information about the theft of a pick up truck stolen from a backhoe business near Seneca has been entered into the database of the National Crimes Information Center.  The criminal investigations division of the Oconee Sheriff’s Office is investigating the theft September 13 of a 2006 dark grey Ford F-150 extended cab pickup from C and T Backhoe, Thrift Avenue, Seneca.  The Sheriff’s Office announced yesterday that security footage revealed a light-colored car approached C and T Backhoe.  About 10 minutes later, both the car and the pickup were seen turning onto 123, toward Westminster.  A Crime Stoppers’ alert has been posted.  If you provide the tip that leads to an arrest, you could e eligible for a cash reward.