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Hotel Maintenance Turned Thief | Charleston News
A Charleston County jury sentenced 46-year-old Dexter Martin to 15 years for robbing a hotel room and stealing the occupant’s guns—using a master key he kept after being fired. The victim had even told him where the weapons were stored, making the breach even more alarming. Two former coworkers confirmed his identity in video evidence, sealing his conviction. Martin’s prior record includes forgery, assault, burglaries, and illegal firearm possession—this latest charge adds to his growing legal troubles. The case underscores how security lapses, both institutional and personal, can lead to…
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