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Man Flees with Mustang and $40K Cash
31 Jul
Summary
- A man is accused of stealing a Mustang and $40,000 cash.
- The alleged theft occurred during a car sale in Austin, Minnesota.
- The suspect's next court hearing is scheduled for August 6th.

In Austin, Minnesota, a man is accused of a brazen theft involving a vehicle and a significant sum of cash. James Paul Hutchinson, 44, faces a felony theft charge.
On July 4th, Hutchinson allegedly brought his 2023 black Ford Mustang to a home for sale. The interested buyer placed $40,000 in cash on a table before briefly stepping away. Upon returning, the buyer discovered both Hutchinson and the cash were gone, along with the Mustang.
Law enforcement issued an arrest warrant for Hutchinson shortly after the incident. He was apprehended approximately one week later. His upcoming court hearing is scheduled for August 6th.