JOHNSON COUNTY, Ky. (WMDJ) – A man is facing a felony charge after authorities say he stole copper from utility lines in Johnson County.

Nathan Cox was arrested Sept. 18 following an investigation by the Johnson County Sheriff’s Department into the alleged theft from Foothills Communications.

According to police, the copper was valued at more than $1,000, and its removal caused damage to utility infrastructure. Authorities say Cox admitted to the theft on video.

A warrant was issued for Cox on Sept. 18. He was arrested later that day around 6:25 p.m. along KY 201 in Sitka and served with the warrant.

Cox was charged with first-degree criminal mischief in connection with the alleged tampering with key infrastructure assets.

He was taken to the Big Sandy Regional Detention Center and ordered held for Johnson District Court.