The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the recent theft of appliances and other items valued at $5,000 from a home construction site in the 1000 block of Timber Creek Lane in Imperial. The theft happened between Feb. 10 and Feb. 14, the report said.
An employee from the construction company that is building the house reported that numerous lighting fixtures, a dishwasher, a microwave, a garbage disposal and a stove were stolen. The items had only recently been delivered to the site and were being stored in two rooms of the residence, the employee told authorities.
Deputies said the thief possibly entered the home through the front door.
An investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is urged to call the Sheriff’s Office at 636-797-5515.