Man who allegedly broke into county-owned shed, stole truck wanted

PRENTISS COUNTY, Miss. (WTVA) – Authorities are searching for a man who allegedly broke into a county-owned shed.

The Prentiss County Sheriff’s Office reports that early on Oct. 10, a burglary was reported at the county’s Supervisor District Shed at 283 County Road 8311.

A vehicle battery and other items were stolen before investigators say a white man fled in a county-owned white 2007 Ford F-150, four-door crew cab.

The Prentiss County Sheriff’s Office is seeking 58-year-old Michael Wayne Wages in connection with the case.

Investigators said he walks with a very noticeable limp.

Anyone who can help locate him is urged to contact the Prentiss County Sheriff’s Office at 662-728-6232 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-773-8477.

Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward of up to $2,000 for information that leads to an arrest.