Shoplifting Call Leads to Drug Charges

By Roberta Cantrell
BSN Editor

A couple from Tutor Key got more than they bargained for when they attempted to shoplift from the Louisa Walmart, a store chain that is well-known for cameras throughout the store and very little chance of getting away with stolen merchandise.

According to a press release from Louisa Police Department Chief Steven Wilburn, one of his officers, Ptl. Chase Kirk responded to the store on Saturday, Oct. 17, to investigate a shoplifting incident.

During his investigation, a search of their vehicle for more stolen items was conducted which led to police finding methamphetamine, various items of drug paraphernalia and $3,423 in cash.

Both Terry Burchett and Suzanna Moore were arrested and charged with TBUT (shoplifting), trafficking in a controlled substance greater than two grams and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Burchett was recently indicted on a bail jumping charge and had an outstanding warrant for drug trafficking in Johnson County.

Both were lodged in the Big Sandy Regional Detention Center.