Stolen road signs recovered, teens face charges

Earlier this week, we told you about how a lot of road signs have been stolen in Kandiyohi and Meeker counties. Well, thanks to tips from the public, they’ve apparently been found.

On Wednesday, acting on information given to the Kandiyohi County Sheriff’s Office, investigator’s conducted several residence searches and interviews, and as a result have confiscated over 35 public works street signs and a construction barrel. These signs are believed to have been taken over a several week period in northeastern Kandiyohi County.

The investigation is ongoing but several juveniles and young adults will face theft and criminal damage to property charges. If anyone has information on the location of any other missing public works signs, they are asked to contact the sheriff’s office tipline at 320-214-6700 ext. 6718.