ATHENS-The Limestone County Sheriff’s Office (“LCSO”) and the Athens Police Department – Alabama (“APD”) have successfully worked together to investigate and solve a series of thefts involving stolen trucks and trailers across North Alabama. Through their diligent efforts, investigators developed key suspects in the case: Tommy Kaye Thompson and William Flint Childers.
Thompson and Childers have been arrested in connection with multiple vehicle and trailer theft incidents. The investigation has resulted in the recovery of numerous stolen trucks and trailers, thanks to the extensive collaboration between LCSO and APD.
Tommy Kaye Thompson III, 31, of Tanner, AL, has been charged with five counts of Theft in the First Degree, Receiving Stolen Property in the First Degree, and Receiving Stolen Property in the Second Degree. Thompson’s bond is set at $37,500.
William Flint Childers, 45, of Harvest, AL, has been charged with Theft in the First Degree and Receiving Stolen Property in the First Degree. Childers’ bond is set at $10,000, though there is no bond currently for a previous charge of Attempted Theft in the First Degree.
While both suspects have been taken into custody, the investigation remains ongoing, with additional charges expected.
“We are grateful for the tireless dedication of the Limestone County Sheriff’s Office and the City of Athens Police Department investigators. Our teamwork and commitment to solving this case have led to significant progress in our region’s fight against vehicle theft.” ~ Sheriff Joshua McLaughlin
