SALINA- Law enforcement authorities in Saline County are investigating an employee at Sam’s Club in Salina for alleged theft.

James Riley Connor, 24, Assaria, was arrested on Tuesday on
requested charges of felony theft after he gave away three sets of tires from the store’s automotive department, according to
Salina Police Captain Chris Trocheck .

Conner gave the tires away on October 27, to a girlfriend, his landlord and one other person.

The value of the tires has been placed at $2,400, according to police.