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2 arrested for over $102k trailer theft in Orleans County

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ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Two people were arraigned Friday in connection with a string of thefts in Orleans and Niagara counties.

Paul Rutherford Jr., 51, and Cori Rutherford, 27, are accused of stealing a trailer from Lake Shore Metals in Ridgeway in February. The Orleans County Sheriff's Office said the two took the over $102,000 trailer to North Carolina the day they stole it, selling it for $4,000.

Investigators said others were involved in the plan to steal the trailer, but their names are being withheld.

Paul Rutherford was also accused of stealing a farm truck from Root Brother's Farm in Barre, a farm truck from the Town of Newfane, diesel fuel, pumps, hoses and equipment from Grow Mark FS Inc. in Ridgeway, as well as a hydraulic hammer in Lockport.

In total, investigators said Paul has stolen roughly $200,000 of property since January, leading to eight criminal cases with the possibility of more charges.

Paul Rutherford Jr. was charged with the following:

  • two counts, second-degree grand larceny
  • two counts, third-degree grand larceny
  • third-degree burglary
  • fourth-degree criminal mischief

Paul posted bail and was released. He also faces grand larceny and criminal possession of stolen property charges in Niagara County.

Cori Rutherford was charged with second-degree grand larceny and was released on his own recognizance.

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