Charles Lee Reed
Police said Charles Lee Reed admitted going to the home of his employer and stealing items while the employer and his wife were away at a banquet.
Lee, 58, is charged with theft over $1,000 and aggravated burglary.
Kenny Kizzar said he and his wife noticed items missing when they arrived home on Dayton Pike on Monday night.
The next morning he said he confronted Reed about the break-in. He said he then went to where Reed was living on Blythe Ferry Road and found some of his missing items, including food, clothing and other personal items.
Reed also admitted taking a gun from the residence and selling it to Donnie Ray in Spring City for $200. The gun was retrieved with the help of law enforcement in Rhea County.