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Excavator recovered from forest after theft reported

A thieved backhoe emerges in a woods near Selb, Upper Franconia; the source of the operational machinery remains elusive at present.

Excavator recovered in woodland following theft incident
Excavator recovered in woodland following theft incident

Excavator recovered from forest after theft reported

In an unexpected turn of events, a missing excavator that was stolen from near Asch in the Czech Republic has been found and returned to its owner. The construction equipment was discovered in a forest near Selb, district of Wunsiedel in the Fichtel Mountains, Upper Franconia.

The excavator, which had been missing for just a few days, was found by an unrelated witness on Tuesday. The police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the theft and subsequent recovery of the equipment. As of now, no suspects have been identified.

The forest where the excavator was found is a popular recreational area in Upper Franconia. The exact location of the forest is near Selb, district of Wunsiedel in the Fichtel Mountains. Interestingly, the stolen equipment had been transported across the border, marking an unusual case for the local authorities.

Despite being missing for a short period, no damage or theft was reported from the excavator. Upon its return, the equipment was found to be in good condition. The reason for leaving the excavator in the forest remains unknown to authorities, adding an intriguing aspect to this unusual case.

The police are urging anyone with information regarding the theft or the circumstances leading to the recovery of the excavator to come forward. The identity of the actual thieves has not been publicly disclosed at this time.

This incident serves as a reminder for businesses to secure their valuable equipment and for the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities. The return of the excavator marks a positive resolution to this unusual case in Upper Franconia.

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