Jul 27, 2021

Reward offered for capture of suspects in Kan. ATV thefts

Posted Jul 27, 2021 10:02 PM
Trail camera images from Jackson Co. Sheriff
Trail camera images from Jackson Co. Sheriff

JACKSON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities investigating the theft of a John Deere Gator are offering a reward for information that leads to an arrest in the cast.

The theft occurred just before 4 a.m. Tuesday from a residence in the 12000 Block of 166th Road in Jackson County, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.

The landowner reported that he was notified by game cameras of trespassers on the property.

The land owner and deputies discovered another newer model John Deere Gator in a wooded area on the property.  The Gator was taken from the 100 Block of East Central Street in Mayetta. 

At approximately 10:45 pm Monday evening, the owner’s game cameras alerted once again capturing a photo of a vehicle and a man wearing a tank top and glasses. 

If you have any information regarding the identity of the individual in this photo or those involved in the theft, please notify the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office at 785-364-2251.