Man arrested for stealing tools

 

 

A 47-year-old homeless man was arrested Monday for stealing more than $700 in tools from a Big Pine Key business.

 

Thomas John Miller was charged with burglary and larceny.

 

The Sheriff’s Office was called to Off the Chain Carving on Sept. 9 after the owner reported a bag containing a grinder, torque gun, orbital sanders, bolt cutters and miscellaneous hand tools were stolen. An employee saw the suspect fleeing the scene the night before with a tool bag. The employee and owner reported seeing the same suspect approach the business over the next couple of days, but the suspect ran off when confronted each time.

 

The Sheriff’s Office identified Miller as the suspect and warrants were obtained for his arrest.

 

Miller was booked into jail on Monday.