Farm to employ undercover security after attempted $300 apple theft

• Lynd Fruit Farm in Pataskala, Ohio, gained widespread attention after a family attempted to steal $300 worth of apples.
• The family tried to conceal the fruit in various parts of their car, including the boot, under children, and in the glove compartment.
• This incident was one of several thefts reported by the farm, prompting owner Andy Lynd to enhance security measures.
• The family-owned farm will now employ undercover security and install additional signage to deter future thefts.
• While the farm declined to press charges, the offenders were made to pay for the stolen produce, and customers expressed dismay at the impact on the popular autumn activity.

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Rotten to the core: Ohio orchard goes viral after outing family that tried to steal $300 worth of apples