NewsTelemundo 51 Miami – Noticias LocalesAugust 27, 2026Miami-Dade
Martin County Sheriff's Office arrests two 19-year-olds for 13 burglaries and recovers seven stolen firearms
Authorities arrested two 19-year-old men from St. Lucie County following an investigation into a series of residential and vehicle burglaries. The suspects, who allegedly targeted gated communities to steal firearms for resale, face dozens of felony charges and are currently being held without bond.
Read the full story at Telemundo 51 Miami – Noticias LocalesWhy It Matters
Residents in Martin County are affected by the resolution of a string of burglaries that targeted private homes and vehicles specifically to steal firearms for the black market.
Key Facts
- Two 19-year-old suspects were arrested for a series of 13 burglaries.
- Seven stolen firearms were recovered by investigators.
- The investigation began in early August 2024 after reports of thefts in residential neighborhoods.
- Suspects allegedly used a stolen golf cart to move between vehicles during the night.
- Two of the recovered firearms had not been previously reported stolen.
- Evidence suggests the suspects were stealing firearms specifically to sell them.
- Stephen Ivan Morris faces 36 charges.
- Shaun Alexander Bilbrey faces 37 charges.
- Both suspects were denied bond and remain in the Martin County jail.
Who's Mentioned
personRubén Romero“Major at the Martin County Sheriff's Office”personShaun Alexander Bilbrey“19-year-old suspect arrested”other13“Number of burglaries investigated”personStephen Ivan Morris“19-year-old suspect arrested”other36“Number of charges against one suspect”locationSt. Lucie County“County of residence for the suspects”organizationMartin County Sheriff's Office“Law enforcement agency conducting the investigation”other37“Number of charges against the other suspect”