A Taylorville woman is in custody on Tuesday following an investigation for theft. 53-year-old Lisa Stice of Hewittville is believed to have taken approximately $86,000 that had been missing or unaccounted for. 

During the investigation, TPD learned that Stice had been taking care of the victim. TPD recovered several checks written and signed by Stice for two vehicles, remodeling supplies, lawnmowers, and several other items. 

Stice was arrested for theft of $10,000 to $100,000 and taken to the Christian County Jail for processing.  She is also facing charges for Financial exploitation of an elderly person or a person with a disability. Her first appearance in court was set for Tuesday morning.