Police: DNA Links Cheshire Teen to Southington Burglary

Southington Police arrested a Cheshire teen on burglary charges after DNA from the scene allegedly linked him to the crime.

Sean Victory, 19, of Cheshire turned himself into Southington Police on July 22. He was charged in relation to a March 31 burglary at the Rocky and Smoke shop at 1173 Queen Street.

Investigation revealed that a plate glass window was broken with a blunt object to gain entry. A showcase was damaged and several glass smoking pipes were reported stolen.

Victory was charged with third-degree burglary, third-degree larceny, first-degree criminal mischief and possession of burglar’s tools.

He was released on a $5,000 bond.