A man has been released on bond after being arrested for allegedly stealing his employer's equipment including a forklift.

The Habersham County Sheriff's Department arrested Willam O'Mullen, a Mt. Airy resident, on theft by deception charges.

"We're alleging that while he was an employee of Habersham Metal, he misappropriated property and misappropriated funds during his employment," says D.A. Brian Rickman.

A warrant was issued to search the accused man's home and a number of items were seized. Items included computer equipment, vehicles, three motorcycles, guns, a forklift and many items that can be clearly traced as Habersham Metal's property.

"I estimate the case involves hundreds of thousands of dollars," says Rickman.