LEONARDTOWN, Md. – A Kia Carnival reported stolen in Lexington Park was recovered, and three juveniles have been charged with unlawful taking of a motor vehicle and theft of property valued between $25,000 and $100,000.
On Sunday, March 29, the victims told deputies the vehicle was missing from outside their residence.
On March 30, a citizen reported suspicious activity on Old Missouri Street in Lexington Park. When deputies arrived, they located the stolen vehicle, and witnesses said four individuals had exited it moments earlier.
Deputies identified and located the suspects.
Three suspects, ages 15, 16 and 17, were taken into custody and released to their guardians after being charged. A fourth juvenile was not charged.
Juveniles are not publicly identified due to legal protections.
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