Georgia Man Steals $400K Worth of Trucks From Winder Dealership

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A 28-year-old Atlanta man, 28-year-old Xavier Cordel Evans, was apprehended for the audacious heist of five heavy-duty Ford trucks, collectively valued at $400,000, from Akins Ford in Winder, Georgia. On February 12, dealership staff discovered the absence of the late-model trucks, sparking a detailed police investigation. The last vehicle was reported missing around 7 a.m. on the day of the discovery.

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Collaboration between Winder Police, the Atlanta Police Department, and the Georgia State Patrol led to the suspect's arrest on February 15 during a strategic traffic stop. The individual, now facing five felony counts of motor vehicle theft, is alleged to be part of a sophisticated criminal network specializing in the theft of high-demand, new, expensive vehicles. This operation required significant technical acumen to navigate the trucks' advanced security and electronic ignition systems, highlighting a new level of criminal expertise in auto theft.

Police Chief Jim Fullington shed light on the complexities of the theft, emphasizing the specialized knowledge required to execute such crimes. The suspect is currently held at the Barrow County Detention Center without bail, underlining the seriousness of the allegations.

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