Sheriff’s Office: Sewing Machines Stolen from School, Sold on eBay

LITTLE ROCK, AR - A woman who works for the Pulaski County Special School District was arrested Thursday, accused of stealing sewing machines and attachments valued at nearly $24,000 and selling them on eBay.

Rena Walker, 53, was taken into custody at PCSSD headquarters on Dixon Road. She is in the Pulaski County jail on 4 counts of theft of property. Walker’s bond is set at $33,000.

According to the arrest report, the alleged sale of the stolen goods took place on Valentine’s Day. Investigators were able to track the stolen goods using their serial numbers. According to the sheriff’s office, Walker admitted to the crime.

A spokesperson for the school district says Walker worked in the IT department. She has been suspended without pay and has been recommended for termination.