Juveniles Arrested for String of Thefts, Robberies in Northeast Baltimore

Six teens, including a 13-year-old, accused of targeting convenience stores along Bel Air Road

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

A string of thefts and robberies along Bel Air Road in northeast Baltimore has led to the arrests of six juveniles accused of targeting convenience stores and stealing large amounts of merchandise, including toiletries and snacks. The incidents happened on Monday afternoon at stores including a CVS and a Dollar General, with one suspect allegedly going behind the register and threatening to "pistol whip" the manager. Police quickly located the juvenile offenders and took them into custody.

Why it matters

The arrests highlight ongoing concerns about juvenile crime in Baltimore, with police recently releasing body-cam footage of an incident where officers confronted three 14-year-olds accused of assaulting an officer during an armed burglary call. While no one was physically harmed in the Bel Air Road incidents, the string of thefts and robberies by the young suspects raises questions about public safety and the effectiveness of the juvenile justice system.

The details

According to police, the incidents happened on Monday afternoon at stores along Bel Air Road near Kenwood Avenue, including a CVS and a Dollar General. Officers responded around 1:30 p.m. after receiving calls about the thefts. One of the suspects, an 18-year-old, allegedly went behind the register at the Dollar General and threatened to "pistol whip" the manager. Police said they quickly located the juvenile offenders, including a 13-year-old male, two 15-year-old males, a 16-year-old male, a 15-year-old female, and the 18-year-old man. The juveniles were transported to the Juvenile Justice Center and charged, while the 18-year-old was charged with theft and taken to Central Booking.

  • The incidents happened on Monday afternoon (February 24, 2026).
  • Police responded around 1:30 p.m. on Monday (February 24, 2026).
  • Police announced the arrests on Thursday (February 27, 2026).

The players

Jose Correal

The boyfriend of an employee at the Dollar General store who witnessed the incident.

Miss. Angel

A shopper at the Dollar General store who expressed concerns about the potential consequences of the teens' behavior.

Baltimore Police Department (BPD)

The law enforcement agency that responded to the incidents, made the arrests, and announced the charges against the suspects.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What they’re saying

“One of (the suspects), it was an 18-year-old, went behind the register. He was acting crazy. He was telling the manager he was going to pistol whip him. Something like that. It was crazy.”

— Jose Correal, Boyfriend of Dollar General employee

“Somebody else getting hurt, them getting hurt. Potentially, you know, interaction with police.”

— Miss. Angel, Dollar General shopper

What’s next

Police said there were no reports of bodily harm in the Bel Air Road incidents, but the arrests come as Baltimore authorities have highlighted other recent cases involving juveniles accused of serious crimes. Last week, police released body-worn camera footage from an incident earlier this month where an officer fired his weapon after confronting three 14-year-olds during an armed burglary call.

The takeaway

The string of thefts and robberies by the young suspects in northeast Baltimore raises ongoing concerns about juvenile crime in the city and the effectiveness of the juvenile justice system in addressing these issues. While no one was physically harmed, the incidents highlight the need for continued community engagement and comprehensive solutions to address the root causes of youth crime.