Felony charges filed in alleged break-in

FROM STAFF REPORTS

May 29, 2009 06:50 am

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TRAVERSE CITY -- A downstate man faces felony charges for a break-in and theft from a Subway restaurant in Interlochen.

Robert Schafer Devries, 27, of Farmington Hills, is charged with breaking and entering and larceny, and is charged as a habitual offender. He could spend 10 years in prison, if convicted.

Devries' record includes a January 2006 conviction for attempted felony armed robbery in Ann Arbor, court records show.

Devries allegedly broke into the restaurant early May 24 and was captured on surveillance tape. A Grand Traverse County sheriff's deputy recognized him.

Just under $300 was stolen and Devries was caught with $287 in cash. He was staying with his grandparents in Interlochen, authorities said.

Devries is set to appear in 86th District Court on June 8 for a preliminary examination.