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Troopers Arrest Texas Man on Burglary Charges- Dewey Beach


Date Posted: Saturday, October 31st, 2020

Dewey Beach- Delaware State Police have arrested 28-year-old William Wachtell (no photograph available) of Austin, TX, on burglary and related charges.

On October 30, 2020, at approximately 10:07 a.m., Delaware State Police responded to a residence on Coastal Highway, Dewey Beach for a reported burglary. The investigation determined Wachtell broke into the residence by smashing the glass to the front door and damaged items while inside. The cleaning lady who came to the residence; observed the obvious signs of a break-in, and contacted the police. Troopers responded and contacted Wachtell at the front door. He was taken into custody without incident.

Wachtell was transported to Troop 7 where he was charged with the following crimes:

  • Burglary 1st Degree (Felony)
  • Criminal Mischief Under $1,000 Damage

Wachtell was arraigned in the Justice of the Peace Court #3 and released on $9,000 unsecured bond.

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