On Wednesday, November 22, 2023, Duke Energy officials reported to the Sheriff’s Office that they believed someone was stealing rolls of copper wire. These larcenies occurred at a facility on Woody Dr. in Graham. Detectives learned that lineman, who are contractors with Duke Energy, store equipment and vehicles at the site.
During the investigation ACSO Detectives developed a suspect by using security camera footage, sales records of copper sold at local scrapyards, and Crimestoppers tips. With this information Detectives developed probable cause to charge Mr. Sam Fenton Wilson.
On Thursday, December 28, 2023, ACSO Detectives arrested Mr. Wilson at his residence. Mr. Wilson was transported to the Alamance County Detention Center where he remains.
This investigation is ongoing with the possibility of additional charges.
Suspect: Sam Fenton Wilson W/M/51 825 Sarah Williams Ave., Graham, N.C.
Charges: 4 cts Felony B&E of a Motor Vehicle
4 cts Felony Larceny after B&E of a Motor Vehicle
4 cts Misdemeanor 1st Degree Trespassing
3 cts Felony Obtaining Property by False Pretense
Bond: $25,000 secured
