A Merced man was arrested in Madera County after allegedly stealing three newborn black Angus calves, all of which were recovered and returned to their owner. (Madera County SO)
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Madera County authorities made what officials are calling a “legen-dairy” arrest Wednesday after three newborn black Angus calves were reported stolen, the Madera County Sheriff’s Office reported.
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A deputy responded to the 19000 block of Road 1 in Madera County following a report of livestock theft.
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The investigation led to the identification of Efrain Gonzalez Servin, 39, of Merced as the primary suspect.
Detectives with the Madera County Sheriff’s Office located and arrested Gonzalez Servin.
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The three calves were recovered and safely returned to their owner.
Gonzalez Servin was booked into the Madera County Jail on felony charges of grand theft, authorities said.
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