A Cornelia man was arrested last week after allegedly stealing “metal components” from toilets at Saint Mary’s Sacred Heart Hospital in Lavonia, according to police.
The hospital had reported “multiple thefts” over the course of several days after “various toilet components” disappeared from restrooms throughout the building.
On Thursday, Nov. 14, an investigation led police to Philip Alexander of Cornelia. During a search of Alexander’s vehicle, officers say they recovered “stolen toilet components” and tools they believe the suspect used in the theft.
Alexander was also in possession of financial transaction cards of other individuals, according to authorities, as well as suspected methamphetamine.
Alexander was arrested and transported to the Franklin County Detention Center, though a release by the Lavonia Police Department didn’t disclose his specific charges.
