North Charleston Police arrested two underage youths early Monday for vehicle break-ins in the Mixon Flats area. They were linked to checking car doors and looking inside vehicles, with one caught carrying stolen items.
Incident Details
Officers responded to reports of three males in hoodies pulling on doors around 3-4:20 a.m., starting from Charleston Farms, moving through Sumner Avenue, Buskirk Street, Mixon, and East Montague Avenues. Video footage and witness descriptions confirmed identities; a search led to detaining both suspects.
Charges and Next Steps
Both face breaking and entering into vehicles charges and were taken to Charleston County Juvenile Detention Center. Police expect additional charges and urge affected residents to contact them for potential victims.
Context on Local Trend
This fits a pattern of rising car break-ins in North Charleston, with over 150 reported since early 2025 in areas like Mixon Flats, often involving juveniles targeting valuables including firearms.
