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Two arrested for larceny at Hanging Dog Campground

In May 2021, an investigation began into the break and enter of a motor vehicle located at Hanging Dog Campground, with items inside the vehicle stolen and the catalytic converter taken from the vehicle.
During the investigation, a vehicle was identified that matched that of Caine Burnette which had been seen just prior to the larceny and theft. Detectives followed additional leads to enable them to obtain warrants for Burnett. Additional information was obtained that indicated Stewart was involved as well.
Caine Burnette
Charges:
1. Break and Enter Motor Vehicle – F
2. Injury of Property to obtain Nonferrous Metal – F
3. Larceny of Motor Vehicle Parts – F
4. Misdemeanor Larceny – M
5. Injury to personal property – M
Burnette,30, received a $10,000 secured bond. He’s listed as homeless from Andrews, NC.

Wesley Stewart

Wesley Stewart
Charges:
1. Misdemeanor Larceny – M
2. Injury to Personal Property – M
Steward, 38, of Andrews, was issued a $1,000 Unsecured Bond.
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