Two Dover teens charged in stolen firearm investigation

Police in Dover say they arrested two minors, in connection to a firearm theft investigation.

Dover Police say on March 10, a 25-year-old woman reported that her Cobra .380 handgun was stolen from her vehicle on Westover Drive. Investigators say they found out that the woman’s 17-year-old son, had stolen the firearm, and given it to a 14-year-old.

The two were then charged with various offenses. The 17-year-old is now facing theft of a firearm, and possession of a handgun by prohibited juvenile, while the 14-year-old was charged with receiving a stolen firearm, and possession of a handgun by a prohibited juvenile.

Both Dover boys were also charged with conspiracy second degree, and illegal gang participation. No word on if they were held on the charges.