Three teens charged in string of Baltimore County business burglaries

Baltimore County Police have charged three teenagers, aged 15, 16, and 17, with second-degree burglary and destruction of property related to a series of commercial burglaries across the county, according to The Baltimore Banner.

The break-ins occurred at multiple locations, including Frederick Road, Sulphur Road, Pulaski Highway, Merritt Boulevard, Holabird Avenue, and Baltimore National Pike. FOX45 Baltimore reported that there were 15 separate incidents linked to the suspects.

Business owners affected by the burglaries have faced thousands of dollars in damages, with some forced to pay out of pocket for repairs. A glass repair worker estimated the losses to be in the thousands of dollars, as reported by FOX45 Baltimore.

Residents and parents in the area have expressed concern about youth involvement in the crimes, noting the wide geographic area covered by the break-ins and the impact on the community.

Baltimore County Police have not released additional details due to the suspects' ages. The investigation and legal proceedings are ongoing.