Felony Larceny Investigation Leads to Booking of Bolivia Resident

BOLIVIA, NC — Authorities have charged a Bolivia resident in connection with a reported theft in the area following a response by county deputies.

Dynell Smith, 36, of Bolivia, was taken into custody by the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office on July 16, 2026, at 3:14 p.m.

Smith was charged with Felony Larceny.

Incident logs show deputies responded to property on Southport Supply Road in Bolivia earlier that morning regarding a report of felony larceny and conspiracy involving victim Josaphat Mary Grainne.

Deputy Jose Noyola led the incident response.

Smith was released on July 17

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