Police are still seeking information about a stolen and then recovered John Deer tractor valued at $72,000.
The tractor was taken from Gordon Handy Machinery in Washdyke Timaru on the evening of Friday, January 15.
Constable Matthew Blakemore says a keen-eyed farmer and members of the public contacted Police after they saw an abandoned tractor in the Orari riverbed just east of the State Highway one road bridge.
After confirming the tractor was the one stolen Police reunited it with its rightful owner.
Gordon Handy say he would like to thank Police and members of the public who helped locate his tractor and appreciated the hard work which led to its recovery.
Police have not found the person responsible and appeal to anyone who saw the tractor in the Orari River area between Geraldine and State Highway one to contact Timaru Police Station on 03 687 9808.
Information can also be provided anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
