North Charleston, S.C. – A 64-year-old man from Ladson was arrested Wednesday following an investigation into the theft of copper from a construction site for the new Roper Hospital in North Charleston.
Details of the Theft
The North Charleston Police Department responded to a burglary report at the construction site on Mall Drive on Tuesday. A construction foreman informed authorities that copper had been stolen from the rear left side of the building. Upon further investigation, it was determined that approximately $35,000 worth of copper had been taken.
Arrest and Charges
Police identified the suspect as Lenard Brightman, 64, of Ladson. He was arrested on Wednesday and charged with second-degree burglary and theft of non-ferrous metals. Brightman was booked into the Al Cannon Detention Center.
Ongoing Investigation
The investigation into the theft remains ongoing, and authorities are continuing to review evidence related to the incident.
