Mariah Elayne Johnson is scheduled for a court deadline in the Cumberland County Circuit Court on August 11, 2026, facing serious felony charges connected to a November 2025 residential break-in.

Johnson is charged with Aggravated Burglary (Habitation) committed in concert with two or more persons, alongside Theft of Property valued between $10,000 and $60,000. She is represented by attorney Kevin R. Bryant, with her bond secured through Big Jim’s Bonding Company.

Case Background

According to the arrest warrant filed by Deputy Blake Richardson of the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office, the charges stem from an incident on November 2, 2025, at a residence located at 693 Creston Road.

• The Break-In: Homeowners Ronald and Janis Ebel reported that their house was burglarized, resulting in the theft of a large cache of items valued at approximately $22,000, including handguns, rifles, electronics, jewelry, and ammunition.

• The Investigation: Deputies conducted a consensual search at 79 McCampbell Road. Johnson reportedly admitted to hearing individuals discussing the stolen firearms, ammunition, and MacBooks at her residence earlier that day.

• Recovered Property & Arrests: Stolen items were subsequently discovered scattered across the property, including in the yard, on the porch, inside and underneath the house, and in surrounding sheds. One of the aforemention individuals from Johnson’s residence, Brandon Stepp, was apprehended by law enforcement while hiding underneath the residence.

Court Details

• Defendant: Mariah Elayne Johnson

• Charges: Aggravated Burglary (In Concert with 2+ Persons), Theft of Property ($10,000–$60,000)

• Hearing Type: Deadline

• Scheduled Date: August 11, 2026