The Charleston Police Department arrested a suspect within minutes of being dispatched to a burglary alarm on King Street.
On December 23, 2024, at 6:14 a.m. officers were dispatched to Croghan’s Jewel Box at 308 King Street for a burglary alarm. Responding officers saw a broken window to the business and immediately started canvassing the area. Less than 10 minutes later, an officer observed a male on King Street wearing a ski mask and carrying a bookbag. After a foot pursuit, the suspect was apprehended. Officers discovered a hammer in the suspect’s possession and also recovered items stolen from the store.
Detectives charged the suspect, who is a 17-year-old from Ladson with 2nd degree burglary (violent), and possession of tools to commit a crime. Additionally, detectives determined that the suspect committed a car break-in on December 18, in the 500 block of King Street. He is also charged with theft from a motor vehicle and petit larceny.
The suspect is in the custody of the Department of Juvenile Justice.
This investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information regarding the incident is encouraged to contact the Charleston Police Department at 843-720-2422 and ask for the on-duty Central Detective, or by visiting www.charleston-sc.gov/tips.
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Media Release
Release Date: December 23, 2024
Media Contact: Sgt. C. Stinson