LELAND, NC — The Leland Police Department completed three separate investigations into workplace theft and internal embezzlement over the past month, resulting in the arrests of three local individuals.
According to department records, all three cases involve independent allegations of Larceny by Employee occurring at businesses within the Leland town limits:
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Bryan Autwell, 41, of Winnabow, was taken into custody on October 12, 2026, by Leland Police officers.
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Shalura Godfrey, 29, of Wilmington, was arrested on October 15, 2026, following an investigation by local authorities.
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Michael Williams, 64, of Leland, was also arrested on October 15, 2026, and charged in connection with workplace theft.
Under North Carolina General Statutes (§ 14-74), Larceny by Employee is classified as a felony offense. It applies when an employee, clerk, or agent fraudulently takes, embezzles, or converts money, goods, or property belonging to their employer.
All three individuals were processed and booked following their arrests. Specific bond details, potential property recovery, and initial court appearance dates are expected to be updated as formal court dockets are finalized at the Brunswick County Courthouse.
All individuals named in this report are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Charges and case statuses may change as investigations and court proceedings continue.
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