LONDON, KY - Laurel County Sheriff John Root is reporting that: Laurel Sheriff's Deputy Brent France along with Deputy Brian France arrested Carolyn Mae Smith age 56 of Gordon Hill Pike, Corbin on Saturday night May 29, 2021 at approximately 7:12 PM.
The arrest occurred at Walmart near Corbin in southern Laurel County after Walmart's loss prevention team detained this individual.
When deputies arrived at the scene and conducted an investigation they learned that allegedly this individual had attempted to leave the store with $365.44 worth of unpaid merchandise.
In addition this individual was determined to be under the influence.
Also this individual was wanted on an indictment warrant.
Carolyn Mae Smith was charged with:
- Public intoxication – controlled substances
- Theft by unlawful taking under $500
In addition this subject was charged on a Harlan Circuit Court indictment warrant of arrest charging:
- Operating a motor vehicle under the influence – second offense
- Carrying a concealed weapon
- Possession of a handgun by a convicted felon
- Persistent felony offender II
This individual was lodged in the Laurel County Correctional Center.
Photo of accused attached is courtesy of Laurel County Correctional Center.
