The stolen tractor is a green John Deere brand front-end loader, Model 3520.

It has a diesel engine and a rear hitch. There is a broken light panel on its rear left side. There may also be visible damage to the front tires.

Crime Stoppers of Windsor and Essex County is appealing to the public for tips following the theft of a John Deere tractor in Leamington.

The crime occurred sometime between New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day — Dec. 31 and Jan. 1 — at a greenhouse farm property on Mersea Road 2.

According to Leamington OPP, the suspect kicked in the door of the greenhouse to steal the equipment.


A security camera recorded images of the suspect, described as a male about six feet tall.

At the time of the crime, the thief hid his identity with a ski mask and a baseball cap. He also wore a winter jacket, cargo pants and gloves.

Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to call OPP at 519-326-2544.

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