theft of property
Coverage of theft of property in the Nexus archive.
- Detectives looking for victims after duo arrested in Putnam County for alleged ‘handyman’ scheme
Detectives in Putnam County, Tennessee, are seeking victims after David Hampton and Cortnie Hill were arrested for an alleged handyman scheme involving theft of checks and valuables from victims' homes. Authorities found stolen checks, marijuana, and cocaine in Hampton's vehicle, while Hill reportedly concealed jewelry during her arrest. Both face multiple charges, including aggravated burglary and theft.
- ‘Brutal home invasion and attempted murder’: What we know about the Middle TN man on state’s Most Wanted list
Kenneth Dion Spruill, a 36-year-old man, is listed as a Tennessee Most Wanted individual for a brutal home invasion and attempted murder in Lawrence County. He is charged with attempted first-degree murder, especially aggravated burglary, especially aggravated robbery, and theft of property, and is described as armed and dangerous.
- Towing company owner accused of repossessing dozens of vehicles illegally. Investigators reveal alleged scheme
Heather Patterson, owner of Prestige Towing, is accused of illegally repossessing dozens of vehicles and forging title paperwork, leading to multiple felony charges including forgery and falsifying business records. Investigators found 89 instances of falsified tow slips and incorrect vehicle identification numbers submitted to the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration.