Backhoe Joyride in North Park | San Diego News

A 28-year-old man named Liam Quigley is accused of stealing a backhoe at 5 AM, joyriding it through North Park, and wrecking five street signs, a streetlight, and a planter—dragging its bucket and sparking sparks. Witnesses say he was shirtless and driving recklessly, prompting a restaurant owner to call police. Quigley pleaded not guilty to theft and property damage, was released on his own recognizance with a GPS monitor, and must follow strict conditions including no driving unless insured. His preliminary hearing is set for August 11, while city crews begin cleanup. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e916820c3113cb43