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A charity organization located in Wahneta was the target of a recent burglary and theft, and it was witnessed by a bystander.
It occurred early Tuesday morning, at around 1:15am. The suspect was seen entering the structure and removing property.
Through the investigation, a detective determined the suspect was 40-year old Clinton Dale Dean, Jr.
The detective didn't have to go looking for Mr. Dean, because he returned to the scene and walked right up to the detective to talk about the crime.
During that discussion Mr. Dean admitted to the crime.
Clinton Dale Dean, Jr. was arrested and taken to the jail.
He was charged with burglary and felony petit theft.