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Lead Defendant in Multi-State Car Theft Sentenced to 7 Years

A Cincinnati man was sentenced to seven years in federal prison for leading a multi-state car theft ring that stole and dismantled dozens of vehicles worth more than $1.5 million. The defendant pleaded guilty to federal chop shop and interstate transportation charges. The case involved an interstate chase, a hidden tracker, and an attempted re-theft.

By Shadab Chow Jun 07, 2026