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Stolen Vehicle Recovered, Suspect Arrested

Last updated on Thursday, October 11, 2018

(WASHINGTON) - Washington County Sheriff deputies recovered a stolen vehicle and put a man behind bars for stealing it.

The 1980 Chevrolet truck used at local auctions by E.E. Martin Auctioneers was stolen on September 24 from a farm on Bata Road.

A photo of that truck was shared with local media and on Facebook.

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Police says sharing the photo prompted tips.

Chief Deputy Brent Miller developed a suspect in the case and an arrest was made following an investigation.

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Police arrested 55-year-old Rodney Webb, of Salem, on a charge of auto theft.

Assisting in the investigation were Sheriff Roger Newlon, Deputy Tory Hildreth, Deputy Abby Powers, and Deputy Ryan Larrimore.

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