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Man accused of swiping backhoe, going on destructive joyride
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Bob D'Angelo, Cox Media Group National Content Desk , as published by WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· July 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The suspect's actions were reported to have caused disruption in the area, with damage reported as he drove the backhoe through the neighborhood.
A man in California has been accused of stealing a backhoe from a construction site. The incident occurred in a San Diego neighborhood, where the stolen machinery caused damage. The suspect, identified as Liam Algardis Quigley, was arrested and charged with vehicle theft and vandalism.
The backhoe was taken from a site near University Avenue and Utah Street. Further details about the incident, including witness accounts and video footage, are available from the source. The suspect's actions were reported to have caused disruption in the area, with damage reported as he drove the backhoe through the neighborhood.
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Published: July 29, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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