SWANTON — A 67-year-old man from Richford was cited following an incident in Swanton early this morning.
Authorities say they were notified of a Uhaul truck parked at the Harvest Equipment at around 12:00 a.m.
An individual appeared to be loading a John Deere mower into the back of the Uhaul truck.
Following an investigation, it was found that Wayne Daudelin attempted to steal a mower and in doing so caused damage to the mower itself.
Police say the retail price of the John Deere mower is $3,399.
Daudelin was cited and released to appear in court for the charges of grand larceny, and unlawful mischief.
State Police were assisted by Swanton Police and U.S. Border Patrol.
