Jefferson County couple arrested in connection with residential burglary near Sesser

A Jefferson County couple is in the Franklin County Jail accused of a variety of charges related to a residential burglary in rural Sesser.

Jamie Hughey, 35, of Mt. Vernon, and April N. Fisher, 31, of Opdyke, are facing charges of residential burglary, felony criminal theft and felony criminal damage to property.

Jamie Hughey

Jamie Hughey

Franklin County Sheriff Don Jones said a residence west of Sesser was burglarized on February 17 where a long list of items were reported stolen including guns, jewelry and money.  Jones said the door where the couple allegedly gained entrance was extensively damaged during the break-in.

April N. Fisher

April N. Fisher

Jones said law enforcement officers working the investigation  developed leads that led to Hughey and Fisher and the pair was arrested on February 22.

Jones said the investigation is ongoing.

Hughey and Fisher remain in custody at Franklin County Jail.  Hughey is being held on $75,000 bond and Fisher on $50,000 bond.

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