Two suspects were taken into custody early Monday morning when a Bradley County Sheriff’s deputy foiled a burglary in progress.

While conducting a business check of a Shell Oil convenience store on Waterlevel Highway, deputy Jay Lawson noticed a truck parked beside the business. Upon further investigation Lawson found a fence that separates the convenience store and Lewis Auction Company had been cut. Lawson heard voices and the engine of a four-wheeler.

Following the arrival of other deputies, they entered the fenced area of Lewis Auction and found two people. The pair fled but both were apprehended.

The owner of the business said the four-wheeler had been damaged when it was "hot-wired," and six vehicles that were parked behind the business were entered.

Bobby Dewayne Cross, 22, of 1280 Blythe Avenue is charged with criminal trespass; theft over $1,000; resisting stop, frisk and halt; two counts of vandalism; six counts of auto burglary; and contributing to the delinquency of a minor.

The other suspect, who is 17 years old, is charged in juvenile court with criminal trespass; resisting stop, frisk and halt; theft over $1,000; six counts of auto burglary; and two counts of vandalism.                                                                                    

                                         Bobby D. Cross