Holstein heist: 64 calves stolen from farm, total loss of over $100K
“Two different stages of cattle in that barn, again, which leads you to believe that somebody directly involved in this industry is involved somehow.”
www.wsoctv.comHere’s the latest I can summarize from recent reports:
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A substantial cattle theft occurred in Mercer County, Ohio, with 64 Holstein calves reported missing from a farm near Coldwater. The timeframe was late on May 2 into the early hours of May 3, 2026. Authorities described the incident as highly coordinated, suggesting the perpetrators had cattle-handling experience. [sources indicate multiple outlets covering this event, including local and national aggregators][1][2][3][4][6][9][10]
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The calves were roughly 13 weeks old, about 250 pounds each, and valued around $2,000 per head, placing the total loss in the six-figure range. Investigators stated they have not publicly identified any suspects as of the latest updates, and the investigation remains active.[3][5][1]
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Local authorities and agricultural groups circulated descriptions and photos of the missing calves to auctions and livestock dealers in the region and neighboring states, in hopes of recovering the cattle or identifying leads. Rewards or tips may be available as the case progresses.[4][6]
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Public interest and media coverage have highlighted the possibility of a black-market angle given the high value of cattle at the time, and investigators stressed the need for tips from anyone with information.[6]
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