Boyfriend of Former Home Depot Employee Arrested for Role in Refrigerator Theft

ST. CROIX — The V.I. Police Department has announced the arrest of Lou Hermon, the boyfriend of former Home Depot employee Sheba Young, in connection with a refrigerator theft from the store.

According to the VIPD, the Economic Crimes Unit launched an investigation on December 16, 2024, after The Home Depot filed a complaint about the theft of a Whirlpool refrigerator. During the investigation, it was discovered that Hermon had removed the stolen refrigerator from the premises in his personal vehicle. According to the report, Hermon refused to disclose where he delivered the item or to whom.

An arrest warrant for Hermon was subsequently issued, and on January 13, 2025, he surrendered at the Wilbur H. Francis Police Station. Hermon was advised of his rights and arrested without incident. He was charged with grand larceny, embezzlement by an employee, and conspiracy.

Hermon’s bail was set at $35,000. Unable to post bail, he was remanded to the John A. Bell Adult Correctional Facility, where he awaits his Advice of Rights Hearing.

The investigation into the case remains active.