Subway Tip Jar Thief Arrested

William Murray, 32, was charged with felony petty theft after officials say he took a tip jar off the counter at Subway, 40188 U.S. 19 in Tarpon Springs, around 11:30 p.m. on May 4.

The Tarpon Springs resident took the tip jar from the counter and proceeded to enter the restroom of the establishment, according to an arrest affidavit. 

Police say Murray then emptied the contents of the jar, which came to about $6, and pocketed it. 

When law enforcement officers arrived to the scene, Murray was lingering in another business close by. 

Officers say that clear video surveillance from inside Subway showed Murray taking the tip jar from the counter and into the restroom.

After being read his Miranda rights, Murray admitted to the theft.

Murray has been convicted of theft in the past, the affidavit said.

He is currently awaiting trial at the Pinellas County Jail.

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