Maryland Man Charged in Dollar General Burglary

Suspect allegedly forced entry and attempted to steal from tobacco display before fleeing the scene.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 4:56pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a damaged door frame, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, conveying a sense of the gritty aftermath of a break-in.A recent spate of retail burglaries in the area has left local businesses on high alert and seeking stronger security measures.Bear Today

Delaware State Police arrested a 32-year-old Maryland man early Saturday morning for allegedly breaking into a Dollar General store in Bear, Delaware and attempting to steal from the tobacco display before fleeing the scene.

Why it matters

Retail theft and burglary are ongoing challenges for businesses, especially smaller chains and independent stores, impacting their bottom lines and raising security concerns. This incident highlights the need for vigilance and effective law enforcement response to property crimes.

The details

According to police, troopers responded to a burglar alarm at the Dollar General store around 4:45 a.m. on April 11, 2026. They found that the suspect, wearing a cowboy hat, long black coat, and black-and-white shoes, had forced his way through the store's front door. The suspect attempted to access the tobacco display case but was unable to do so, then fled the scene before police arrived. A search of the area led troopers to a nearby Wawa, where they detained and identified the suspect as 32-year-old Anthony Ferguson of Hyattsville, Maryland.

  • Police responded to the burglary alarm around 4:45 a.m. on April 11, 2026.
  • The incident occurred at the Dollar General store located at 1815 Pulaski Highway in Bear, Delaware.

The players

Anthony Ferguson

A 32-year-old man from Hyattsville, Maryland who was arrested and charged in connection with the burglary of a Dollar General store in Bear, Delaware.

Delaware State Police

The law enforcement agency that responded to the burglary alarm, detained the suspect, and charged him with multiple offenses.

Dollar General

The retail chain whose store in Bear, Delaware was the target of the alleged burglary.

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What’s next

Ferguson was arraigned and released on $3,000 unsecured bond. The case will proceed through the criminal justice system.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the need for continued vigilance and effective law enforcement response to property crimes that threaten the security and financial stability of local businesses.