Jackson Circuit Court finds Miller guilty of burglary, theft from Home Products International

Miller-Courtesy of Seymour Police/Jackson County Prosecutor

BROWNSTOWN, Ind. - The Jackson County Prosecutor's Office announced Thursday that Michael Silas Miller was found guilty following a two-day jury trial on May 12–13, in Jackson Circuit Court. Deputy Prosecutors Emily Shoemaker and Ethan Sparks prosecuted the case on behalf of the State of Indiana.   

After hearing the evidence, the jury returned guilty verdicts on all charges submitted: Burglary, a Level 5 Felony; Theft, a Level 6 Felony; and Theft, a Class A Misdemeanor.  

During the trial, the State presented evidence that Miller participated in the burglary of Home Products International in Seymour, showing that Miller unlawfully entered the business and removed property from the facility.     

Investigators utilized surveillance footage, witness statements, and additional investigative techniques that ultimately led to the identification and prosecution of those involved.    

The Prosecutor’s Office thanked the Seymour Police Department and all law enforcement investigators for their work on the investigation and successful prosecution of this case.    

Sentencing is scheduled for June 16.

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