Six people were charged in connection to the alleged scheme connected to Africa, authorities reported.
District of Columbia U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro speaks during a press briefing at the White House in Washington on Aug. 11, 2025. Madalina Kilroy/The Epoch Times
Federal authorities in the Washington area have uncovered an alleged international vehicle theft ring involving six people suspected of stealing cars and shipping them to Africa, where they are sold for top dollar.
Six people were charged on April 22 in connection with their roles in the alleged scheme.
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