Stolen iPad's 'marked location' leads to a new address near a highway

You iPad, just like iPhone, participates in Apple's Find My network. While the iPad has charge, even if the iPad is turned-off or lacks an active WiFi or Cellular connection, it can still be detected by other Apple devices that are within about 10m (30').

Other Apple devices participating in Apple's Find My network can detect and anonymously report, along with their own location, detection of other participating devices. As such, it might be worthwhile investigating the reported location - obviously being mindful of your own safety while you do so.

Don't forget to report the theft of your iPad to the local Police Authorities. If necessary, if you believe your own safety might be compromised, ask the Police for advice - and if need be, request that they investigate the reported location on your behalf.

Here is Apple’s advice for lost or stolen devices:

Locate a device in Find My on iPad - Apple Support

If your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch is lost or stolen – Apple Support

Use the Find My app to locate a lost or stolen device – Apple Support

Beware of a common phishing scam: You may get a text or email from “Apple” or “Apple Security” (or sometimes “Police”) saying your phone has been found and to click on a link to see its location. This is NEVER from Apple or from law enforcement; it is from the thief or fence to steal your Apple ID and identity. Delete any such message without responding to it. Apple never gets involved in lost or stolen devices→Recognize and avoid social engineering schemes including phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams

You're very welcome.

Do you have any idea how stupid it is to attempt to recover stolen property yourself? Apparently not.

Assuming you do manage to track it down, you're liable to get yourself hurt or worse. And don't give the 'I'm prepared for that' line. If you don't get yourself killed, you're likely to end up in jail yourself. It's not self defense if you initiate it by trying to confront the thief.

Let the police deal with it.