Durham police have uncovered a stolen mini excavator and a Chevrolet Camaro following an investigation in Durham Region.

Police were looking for a number of stolen construction and landscaping tools over the spring and summer of 2022. They wound up arresting two people and seizing the excavator and the 1968 Camaro.

Kevin Delaurier, 47, of Uxbridge, has been charged with breaking and entering (three counts), theft of a motor vehicle, possession of property obtained by crime (under $5,000), failure to comply with an undertaking and operating a conveyance while prohibited.

Nicole Lewis, 40, of Stouffville, has been charged with possession of property obtained by crime (over $5,000), breaking and entering (three counts) and possession of property obtained by crime (under $5,000).

Police said in July that they had recovered more then $120,000 in stolen equipment.

If you own a property or a construction business in the northern parts of the region, police suggest taking extra measures to secure your items.

Anyone with information can call Detective Constable Beukeboom at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 2696. You can also call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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