2 arrested in connection with Newberry County burglary

Tiffany Rigby,

NEWBERRY COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO)– Two people have been arrested in Newberry County on Tuesday after deputies received a call from a Lake Murray homeowner who saw their lake home being broken into on surveillance cameras, said the NCSO.

According to the Newberry County Sheriff’s Office, Darius Johnson and Laura Moran are accused of being caught on camera breaking into a home and stealing multiple items.

Deputies say with the homeowner was able to send them pictures, a description of the suspects, the vehicle to law enforcement and what items were stolen.

After receiving a description of the suspects, deputies said they were able to spot them both on Dreher Island.

Both were taken into custody and found the stolen items were found in the back seat of the vehicle.

“We were very fortunate to have School Resource Officer’s out working yesterday to assist with patrol,” said Sheriff Lee Foster.
Darius Johnson is being charged with burglary 3rd degree, burglary 2nd degree, two counts of larceny enhancement, criminal conspiracy, and possession of meth.
Laura Moran is being charged with burglary 3rd degree, burglary 2nd degree, two counts of larceny enhancement, and criminal conspiracy.
Johnson and Moran are both being held at the Newberry County Detention Center.

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