Cecil County man charged with stealing live crabs [Video]

ELKTON, Md. — An Elkton man has been charged with stealing live crabs from businesses in Cecil County and Delaware.

Cecil County Sheriff’s Office worked with Maryland State Police to arrest 33-year-old Zachary Stephen Bennett, of Brownfield Loop in Elkton.

Investigators got a report of a theft from K&A Crabs on Old Chestnut Road on July 31.

Ten bushels of live crabs were found at Bennett’s home after a search warrant was executed there. Police believe Bennett was working with someone.

Anyone with information is asked to reach out to Detective William Muller at (410) 996-5500 ext. 3368 or by email at william.muller@cecilsheriffmd.gov. Anyone who wishes to remain anonymous and has information regarding any crime can contact the Cecil County Sheriff’s Office tipline at (410) 392-2180.