MCDOWELL COUNTY, N.C. (FOX Carolina) - The McDowell County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a series of thefts from a Marion paving business.

Deputies said they responded on Sunday to Johnson Paving Co., located on U.S. 221 North, to a reported break-in.

According to officials, this most recent incident resulted in two missing Husqvarna chainsaws. The victim stated he discovered a door that had been forcibly opened, as well as a garage bay door.

Camera footage provided by the business revealed two unknown men entering the location.

Anyone with information about this incident or previous ones is asked to contact Detective Kyle Gibson at 828-652-2235, ext. 1222. Tips can also be submitted through the McDowell County Sheriff’s Office app.

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