(KAIR)--The theft of tools from an Atchison garage, resulting in a loss approaching $2,000, is now under investigation by Atchison Police.
According to a release from Police Chief Mike Wilson, the theft, which occurred in the 1300 block of Santa Fe Street, was reported Monday.
Wilson told MSC News, it’s believed the theft took place sometime between 3:00 Sunday afternoon and 12 noon Monday.
According to Wilson, the thief, or thieves, forced their way inside the external garage, located behind a residence, and successfully made off with numerous tools, valued at $1,700.
Stolen during the theft, and now sought by police, are such items as numerous hand tools, located inside a backpack stolen during the crime, two battery-powered circular saws, a radial arm chop saw, a battery powered brad nailer, a Ryobi-brand battery-powered tool set, and guttering attachments.
No suspects are immediately identified as the investigation continues.
Anyone with information related to the theft is asked to call Atchison Police at 913-367-4323.
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