POLICE: Man arrested for Ferret theft

BEREA, Ky. (WTVQ) — According to Berea PD, officers were called to Adventure Pets on January 12, after one of their animals had been stolen.

The store reported that a man had taken a $200 ferret and left the store without paying. Thanks to photos posted to social media accounts, police were able to identify both people who were involved in the theft.

An arrest warrant was issued for 20 year old Richard Lovell of London. KSP reported his arrest on January 26 in Laurel County, and Berea police say an arrest warrant will be obtained for the second person.

(Pictured above: Richard Lovell)

The ferret was returned to Adventure Pets on January 27th.