Charlotte Man Arrested in Connection with Burglary at Duck Swimwear Store

DUCK, NC — Police have arrested a man from Charlotte, North Carolina, following a burglary at a local swimwear shop in the coastal town of Duck. The arrest was made shortly after the incident was reported to local law enforcement.

Overnight Break-In and Arrest

The burglary occurred in the early hours of April 2, 2026, when an alarm was triggered at the swimwear store. Responding officers found signs of forced entry and noted that merchandise had been taken from the retail floor. A suspect was spotted nearby shortly after the incident and was detained by officers.

The individual was identified as a resident of Charlotte. Following further investigation, he was formally charged with breaking and entering, larceny, and possession of stolen property. He was booked into the regional detention center.

Follow-Up Investigations

Court records and local updates confirm that the suspect remains in custody. Investigators are checking if the suspect is linked to other unsolved break-ins along the Outer Banks area. The retail store has resumed normal operations after recovering some of the stolen inventory.