Deputies Arrest Burglary Suspect in West Ocean City

WORCESTER COUNTY, MD - Worcester County Sheriff's Office deputies arrested a burglary suspect Tuesday evening following a reported break-in at a local automotive business.

Deputies responded to Atlantic Car Care at 12401 Ocean Gateway in Ocean City, Maryland, at approximately 10:30 p.m. after receiving reports of a burglary in progress.

Officers arrived to find a male suspect exiting the business through a broken front glass door. The suspect was identified as Cody Lee Figiel.

Figiel fled on foot but was apprehended after a brief pursuit. He was taken into custody without further incident.

Figiel faces multiple charges in connection with the burglary:

• Burglary, 2nd Degree
• Malicious Destruction of Property under $1,000
• Theft $100 to under $1,500
• Failure to Obey a Lawful Order of a Law Enforcement Officer
• Resisting Arrest

Investigators discovered that Figiel was wanted on outstanding warrants from multiple agencies. These warrants were issued by the Queen Anne's County Sheriff's Office, the Salisbury Police Department, and Parole and Probation.

Figiel was transported to the Worcester County Jail. He is currently being held without bond.

Sheriff Matt Crisafulli commented on the arrest. "I am proud of the proactive work of our deputies in swiftly making an arrest during a burglary in progress. Their actions reflect our unwavering commitment to protect our community. Let it be clear, crime will not be tolerated in Worcester County!"

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