Arrests made for over 100 burglaries

In response to the increase, K-9 Units and Traffic units conducted traffic check points to investigation the incidents.

Deputies were able to obtain information that lead to the arrest of; Juan Carlos Padilla, 23, of Fuquay-Varina, Hugo Gomez Aguirre, 18, of Angier and Cesar Inez Delatorre, 27, of Benson.

Each were arrested on different charges, further charges are pending.

Officials believe that the three have committed up to 100 burglaries across Harnett County, Johnston County and Wake County.

Harnett County has recovered over $ 20,000 in property that includes TVs, jewelry, guns, clothing, stereos, computers, hand tools, saws, and numerous other items.

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