By Jerry Curry, Staff Writer
On Monday, June 10, at approximately 3:08 p.m., Officer James McAfee of the Salem Police Department responded to a reported theft at a residence on Mitchell Street. The homeowner reported that someone had unlawfully entered her shed on the night of June 8 and stole multiple tools.
Through thorough investigation techniques and interviews, McAfee identified a potential suspect. With assistance from other Salem Police officers, McAfee apprehended the suspect and transported him to the Washington County Detention Center.
Seth Lake was booked into the Washington County Detention Center for the following charges:
- Burglary, Level 5 Felony
- Theft > $750, Level 6 Felony
- Criminal Trespass, Class A Misdemeanor
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Please remember, all subjects are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty in a court of law.