In a surprising turn of events, a prominent auto dealership in Puyallup has announced a substantial reward following the theft of a unique vehicle from its premises. Legend Auto Sales, located on River Road, experienced an incident over the weekend where a valuable 2017 Chevrolet SSE was stolen by a group of individuals. The dealership is now offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to the return of the vehicle in its original condition. Surveillance footage captured the swift and audacious act, which occurred just before 3:30 a.m. on Saturday morning.
The theft unfolded in a matter of minutes, with three suspects arriving in another vehicle. They managed to break into the showroom, bypass security measures, and drive away with the Chevrolet. Miguel Heredia, the sales manager at Legend Auto Sales, expressed concerns about the methods used by the thieves. He noted that they utilized a specialized decoder device, commonly employed by car thieves, to gain access to the vehicle. Additionally, they used another car, possibly stolen, to force their way through security barriers.
Heredia emphasized the dealership's uncertainty regarding whether the specific vehicle was targeted or if it was a crime of opportunity. However, he stressed the importance of bringing the perpetrators to justice and recovering the car. "We believe someone out there knows something," he remarked, urging the public to come forward with any information that could assist the authorities.
Local law enforcement encourages anyone with knowledge about the whereabouts of the stolen Chevrolet to contact the Puyallup police department. The dealership remains hopeful that community support will play a crucial role in resolving this case and ensuring the safe return of the rare vehicle.