Kentucky State Police are investigating a construction equipment theft. 

Between Aug. 9 and Aug. 11, thieves stole a 2008 John Deere 5425 cab tractor with a front-end loader and a John Deere HX 10 rotary cutter that was attached. The theft occurred in a field at the end of Cal Batsel Road. The thieves drove the tractor through a ditch and along the CSX railroad tracks toward Dillard Road. The trail ended in The Summit subdivision, where houses under construction are present. 

It could not be determined where the tractor was driven or if it was moved by trailer from this location. Scott & Murphy Construction have added an additional $5000 to the reward for the return of the equipment.

Anyone with information could be eligible for a monetary reward from Crime Stoppers. Send a tip by texting “SCKY” plus the message to 274637; call 270-781-CLUE or toll free at 866-842-CLUE; or visit 781CLUE.org.