Auto dealer offers reward for information on stolen tires
By Ted Yoakum, Dowagiac Daily News, Mich. | |
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"These tires had wheel locks on them," Wimberley said. "It would have required special equipment from the thieves to remove."
Employees with the dealership noticed the missing tires when the made their initial patrol of the lot Tuesday, at around
"It doesn't matter where you park them," he said. "Last year, the vehicle that was hit was parked out by the highway, and they still left it sitting on top of cinder blocks, right out front."
The manager said that Chevy dealership has been a victim of tire theft during the fall for the past several years.
"This is the first time we're putting forth a reward for information leading to the conviction of the culprit," Wimberley said. "We're just sick of it, it's disgusting that someone would wait until you're closed for the evening just to steal from you. There's nothing worse than a thief."
Wimberley estimates that nearly
"It's no different from someone breaking into your house and taking
While the dealership lacked a camera system prior to the theft, they are currently looking into purchasing and installing one in the near future.
People with information about the theft are encouraged to contact either the authorities or the dealership, at (269) 782-5181.
"The word is spreading fast, so hopefully we can get the right information to lead to their capture," he said. "We will prosecute them to the full extent of the law."
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