Another theft has been solved in Shelby County. Sheriff Willis Blackwell says two men have been arrested and charged with the theft of cattle panels from a Joaquin area location.

 

According to a press release, 30-year old James Cody Fleming of Shelbyville and 61-year old James Melvin Fleming of Timpson, have both been charged with Theft, Felony 3, for cutting a fence line and taking cattle panels from a Larry Kay's pasture on County Road 3252 reported on May 5.

 

Sheriff Blackwell says Investigators DJ Dickerson and Kevin Winham recovered 10 of the panels in Garrison and four others in Timpson, which the suspects had sold.

 

James Cody Fleming was also charged with criminal mischief in the crime.

 

Justic of the Peace Pct. 1 Maxie Eaves arraigned both men, setting James Cody Fleming bond at $8,000, and James Melvin Fleming's bond at $3,000.

 

Sheriff Blackwell says a  third indivdual is also being sought for involvement, 32-year old Brandon Joe Loftin of Joaquin.

 

The sheriff added the investigation in ongoing, and there are other persons of interest.

 

If you have any information regarding the location of Brandon Joe Loftin, as well as information regarding this case, you're asked to contact Center Crim Stoppers at 935-598-SAFE (7233). Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward of up to $1,000 for information. You can also submitt a tip online at www.centercrimestoppers.com.

 

Remember, you don't have to give your name. All calls and cash rewards are completely anonymous.

 

Rewards will only be paid on tips submitted through Center Crime Stoppers system.

 

Brandon Joe Loftin

 

James Cody Fleming

 

James Melvin Fleming