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FedEx driver arrested for stealing tortoise from NC home, deputies say

The red-footed tortoise (Chelonoidis carbonarius) is a species of tortoise from northern South America. (Getty Images)

SANFORD, N.C. (WNCN) — A FedEx delivery driver is in custody for stealing a tortoise, according to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office.

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Deputies say Jiniece Constance Grant took a Brazilian red foot tortoise that belonged to a child from a front porch of a residence in Lee County. Grant was working as a delivery driver for FedEx.

Jiniece Grant (Photo from Lee County Sheriff’s Office)

Grant was arrested and charged with felony larceny on Saturday.

There is no information regarding bond or a future court appearance.