Cave City convenience store employee accused of stealing thousands of dollars from business

A convenience store employee from Cave City is behind bars, accused of stealing thousands of dollars from her place of employment.

Megan Smith, 34, is charged with theft by unlawful taking over $500.

According to Cave City police, Smith worked at the Cave City Mini Mart. Authorities say an investigation revealed Smith had been cashing in non-winning lottery tickets and taking the money for herself since August of this year.

It was determined she stole $3,000 from the business.

Smith remains in the Barren County Detention Center.