2 arrested in Butler County gun shop, mini mart robberies

Police have issued warrant for the arrest of a third suspect.

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By Rick McCrabb – Contributing Writer
March 23, 2017
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Two teenagers have been arrested for their alleged involvement in the robbery of a Butler County gun shop and convenience store earlier this month.

Brendin Lee Dunigan, 19, of Cincinnati, and a 15-year-old from Cincinnati were arrested and charged in connection with the break-ins.

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The teens allegedly used a shotgun to gain entry by shooting out the glass front doors of two businesses, police said: Center Mass Defense in Ross Twp. and the Marathon gas station Quik Stop in Okeana.

Dunigan is charged with theft of a firearm and breaking and entering.

The juvenile is charged with breaking and entering.

The sheriff’s office has also issued an arrest warrant for a 17-year-old from Cincinnati. He is charged with breaking and entering, and theft of a firearm.

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