Woodstock food truck operator says he’s in danger of closing down if break-ins continue

At this time of year, Todd Ellerby would typically be busy serving up fresh-cut fries and hot dogs from his food truck in the parking lot of Woodstock’s Home Hardware.

At this time of year, Todd Ellerby would typically be busy serving up fresh-cut fries and hot dogs from his food truck in the parking lot of Woodstock’s Home Hardware.

This would be Ellerby’s 20th year in operation, but after two recent break-ins that caused thousands of dollars in damages, the doors of Todd’s Dogs remain closed.

“[I’m] still waiting for the insurance company to figure out what the damage is, [and] when they’re going to get it fixed. I hope it’s soon,” Ellerby said.

Ellerby said on April 26, just before he opened for the year, someone broke in through the back door, stole food and caused about $1,500 worth of damage.

He installed a few more security features and opened for business on May 6.

Just days later, someone ripped the exhaust vent off the top of the truck, breaking in once again. This time, they stole and damaged much more.