Man Arrested for Overnight Burglary at Historic Drug Store

Suspect charged with burglary, theft, and criminal mischief after break-in at Carl's Drug Store in Greencastle, Pennsylvania.

Mar. 14, 2026 at 8:18pm

Police in the Borough of Greencastle, Pennsylvania have made an arrest after a burglary at the historic Carl's Drug Store. Around 12:45 a.m. on Saturday, March 14th, officers responded to the scene and, using surveillance footage and a regional camera system, identified and apprehended the suspect at his home in the nearby Waynesboro area.

Why it matters

Burglaries and property crimes can have a significant impact on small, locally-owned businesses like Carl's Drug Store, which has served the Greencastle community for decades. This arrest highlights the importance of public-private partnerships and regional law enforcement cooperation in addressing criminal activity.

The details

The suspect, Donald Charles Martin (DOB: 11/20/1973), has been charged with Burglary, Theft by Unlawful Taking or Disposition, and Criminal Mischief. The Greencastle Police Department worked with several other law enforcement agencies, including the Pennsylvania State Police and Franklin County Sheriff's Office, to identify and apprehend the suspect.

  • The burglary occurred around 12:45 a.m. on Saturday, March 14, 2026.
  • The suspect was taken into custody at his residence in the Waynesboro area.

The players

Greencastle Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the burglary and led the investigation.

Donald Charles Martin

The 52-year-old suspect who has been charged with burglary, theft, and criminal mischief in relation to the break-in at Carl's Drug Store.

Carl's Drug Store

A historic retail pharmacy that has served the Greencastle, Pennsylvania community for many years.

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What’s next

The investigation remains ongoing, and further information may be released at a later time.

The takeaway

This arrest demonstrates the importance of effective surveillance systems, regional law enforcement cooperation, and a swift response in addressing property crimes that can significantly impact small, locally-owned businesses in the community.