[southernfriedcj]

That racket has been going on in Metro Atlanta for quite a while. Sorry to hear about your misfortune. I read a report about lawn equipment thefts in the AJC several years back, and have been hyper vigilant since. Apparently it's not safe to even get a drink in the house without putting the equipment in the garage.
Another place to be extra cautious is the Lowes and Home Depot parking lots. If it's not under lock and key it's gone. If it is under lock and key it might be there when you get back.
I hate a phuckin' thief. The last one I caught Deep Throated my 870, while waiting to go to jail on Felony "Entering An Auto" charges. I'm 1 for 2.