The equipment, valued at $20,000 was an orange Hitachi EX 100, and had a few strips of red tape on the dented engine compartment door. "Excellent Excavator" is also printed on the side of the cab.
Evidence has been collected on the site, and the thieves apparently used a truck and trailer to steal the machinery.
As Chesterfield police officers investigated this afternoon, nearby residents who support the project came out and volunteered to clean up the brush that was to be removed today. They rolled up their sleeves and quickly completed the work. The Virginia Flaggers are very thankful for their support and help, as well as the quick response from the Chesterfield County Police.
This is a minor setback and will cause a brief delay in the scheduled completion of the project, which includes tree removal, lighting, and a security fence.
Anyone with information on this crime is asked to call Chesterfield Police at (804) 748-1251.
Grayson Jennings
Va Flaggers
UPDATE: The equipment has been recovered!
