Retired NASCAR Driver’s Home Broken Into, 2 Arrested, North Carolina Deputies Say
Authorities say most of the stolen memorabilia has been recovered after two arrests in the burglary case.
- On Friday, Sept. 11, the Buncombe County Sheriff's Office announced two arrests following the Aug. 28, 2026, burglary of retired NASCAR Cup Series driver David Marcis' Arden home, with most stolen items recovered.
- Marcis, 85, discovered the break-in upon returning home from a trip, finding stolen rings, Rolex watches from Roger Penske, and rifles including a gift from Dale Earnhardt representing decades of racing milestones.
- Authorities arrested 27-year-old Hailey Bowlin on Sept. 3 and 29-year-old Cameron Samotis on Sept. 8, both facing charges including second-degree burglary and larceny. Both suspects are held at the Henderson County Detention Center.
- Investigators pursued leads after items surfaced at Smiley's Flea Market in Fletcher, North Carolina, enabling recovery that relieved Marcis' daughter, Shawn Beam, who had feared the sentimental pieces might never return.
- Marcis made more than 880 NASCAR Cup Series starts across a career spanning five decades, with his home memorabilia representing generations of racing history. The recovery marks a significant shift from earlier fears of total loss.
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NASCAR Legend's Home Burglary Takes Major Turn as 2 Arrested
Two people have now been arrested in connection with the burglary of retired NASCAR driver Dave Marcis’ North Carolina home, and authorities say most of the property stolen from the racing legend has been recovered. The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the latest developments Friday, Sept. 11, less than a week after Marcis’ family publicly […]
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