What kind of Turtle/Tortoise is this?

Friend of mine found this in his backyard in NY. Anyone know what this is? Native to NY or a lost pet? Thanks for your help.

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It could be a species of box turtle.

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Definitely a boxie. Eastern to be exact, Terrapene carolina carolina

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Definitely eastern box. Beautiful turtles though.

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