State v. Thorpe

HARRIS, Chief Judge.

The issue on appeal concerns whether the trial court erred in granting the defendant’s motion for new trial. We reverse.

The State charged Mark Adam Thorpe with burglary of a dwelling, grand theft, and dealing in stolen property. The two victims testified that on November 4, 1993, they discovered several items missing from their apartment, including a mierocassette recorder, a VCR, an Elgin watch, and a Gameboy. After reporting the theft, the two victims and Detective Nelson went to Eu Gallie Pawn Shop where the items listed above were identified and recovered. The shop…