PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — A Port St. Lucie man stole a chain saw by putting it down his pants, police said.
Surveillance video from Treasure Coast Lawn Equipment in Port St. Lucie shows the man putting the tool worth more than $600 down his pants.
According to a report, Anthony Ballard, 28, had come in asking for $1 worth of change.
Police said employees chased Ballard, who then ditched the tool in a wooded lot. The employees called 911 when they saw Ballard return to look for it, said police.
Authorities said Ballard told police he stole the tool, but had a change of heart and wanted to return it.
He was held Thursday on grand theft and burglary charges. His bail was set at $28,750.
Jail records didn't show whether he had an attorney.
WFTV
