Traverse City Cadillac, MI, October 2, 2026 — A 28-year-old man from Copemish has been arrested in connection with the alleged theft of a construction front-loader from a site in Interlochen. The incident led to an investigation spanning multiple counties before the heavy equipment was located.

The arrest occurred in Grand Traverse County. According to available information, the suspect, whose name was not immediately released, is accused of taking the front-loader from a construction site located in Interlochen. The specific construction company or the precise location of the site was not detailed in the initial report.

Following the report of the stolen heavy machinery, law enforcement officials launched a search. The investigation culminated in the discovery of the front-loader. The equipment was found concealed within a wooded area situated in Manistee County, a considerable distance from the reported theft location.

Details regarding the timeline of the alleged theft, the method of concealment, and the exact circumstances leading to the arrest were not provided. Information on the specific charges the 28-year-old man faces, as well as any upcoming court dates, has also not been made public.

The Grand Traverse County Sheriff’s Office was involved in the arrest. The Manistee County Sheriff’s Office was involved in the recovery of the stolen equipment. Further details are expected to be released as the investigation progresses.


Story summarized from the original created by Lisa Giles on www.9and10news.com, see more information here.

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