Two Arrested for Auto Burglary, Credit Card Fraud

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) — Starkville police have two people behind bars for auto burglary and credit card fraud, thanks to the public’s help.

The U.S. Marshals Task Force arrested Michael Copen, III and Kelly Wright, Tuesday, for warrants obtained by Starkville police.

Investigators say Copen and Wright were caught on surveillance video at a Walmart store, using a credit card stolen during a car burglary on Fairfield Drive.

The credit card was also used at other locations.

Both Copen and Wright will make their first court appearance July 11.