EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Kentucky man Nathan Cox was arrested and charged with felony criminal mischief after allegedly stealing valuable utility copper.
JOHNSON COUNTY, Ky. (WMDJ)– A man is facing a felony charge after authorities say he stole copper from utility lines in Johnson County.
Nathan Cox was arrested Sept. 18 following an investigation by the Johnson County Sheriff’s Department into the alleged theft from Foothills Communications.
According to police, the copper was valued at more than $1,000, and its removal caused damage to utility infrastructure. Authorities say Cox admitted to the theft on video.