LAWERNCE CO. – A probable cause affidavit has been filed in the case of a reported theft involving a Bedford resident, Kenneth Ray Arthur, who is suspected of stealing property from a relative’s home on September 20, 2024. The Lawrence County Police Department has provided details regarding the alleged crime.
Arthur, 46, was arrested on a warrant on Saturday, December 28, 2024.
The investigation began when the alleged male victim reported the theft at the Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department on September 20, 2024 afternoon. The victim was accompanied by another male, a witness to the crime, who provided testimony about the incident.
According to the victim, the items stolen from his residence in the 8000 block of Tunnelton Road included a black Ruger .22 caliber pistol valued at approximately $300, a 9mm Smith and Wesson handgun worth about $400, $1,500 in cash, a $3,700 check, several truck titles, and a black safe with an estimated value of $100. The victim explained that while he was not at home during the theft, his relative, the male witness, was present and observed the incident.
The male witness stated that Kenneth Arthur, a family member, had informed him of his intention to take the victim’s safe. He further said that he witnessed Kenneth leaving the home with the safe before getting into his vehicle and leaving the property.
Initially, they hoped to recover the stolen items without pursuing charges. However, he later decided to press charges and requested further investigation. Officer Kenton Carter of the Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department attempted to follow up at the Tunnelton Road residence and Kenneth’s Bedford address. Still, he was unsuccessful in contacting Kenneth for an interview.
As a result of the evidence and witness statements, Officer Carter has submitted a request for a warrant for Kenneth Ray Arthur’s arrest. The affidavit alleges that Arthur committed theft in violation of Indiana Code 35-43-4-2(a)(1)(A), a Level 6 Felony.
Those facing criminal charges are considered innocent unless convicted through due legal proceedings. Accusations alone do not imply guilt; the judicial system will evaluate the presented evidence to reach a verdict.
