Three arrested for stealing $1.5 million worth of luxury cars from multiple valets

DALLAS, TX – New developments have surfaced regarding a high-profile theft ring that targeted luxury vehicles across North Texas. Authorities have apprehended three individuals suspected of stealing over $1.5 million worth of high-end cars from valet stands in the region.

The investigation began on June 6 when a Rolls Royce, valued at approximately $500,000, was reported missing from Plano’s west side. Surveillance footage revealed a partial glimpse of a suspect vehicle, identified as a white Mercedes.

Plano police received assistance from the Texas Department of Public Safety after noting similarities with another case involving the same Mercedes. Collaboration with the Dallas Police Department and an FBI task force further strengthened the investigation.

On June 11, a coordinated effort led by Dallas SWAT resulted in the execution of search warrants at two homes in South Dallas. The operation led to the recovery of six luxury vehicles, including the stolen Rolls Royce and Mercedes.

The vehicles were traced back to thefts in Dallas and Grapevine. Authorities discovered that the suspects had removed license plates and were likely producing fake paper tags, a practice recently targeted by new legislation.

Arrested in connection with the theft ring were Miguel Angel Hernandez, Salvador Hernandez Jr., and Oscar Ivan Valdez Garcia. Their capture highlights the effective collaboration between multiple law enforcement agencies.

The rightful owners have since been reunited with their vehicles, a relief also shared by involved insurance companies. However, the suspects’ intentions for the stolen cars remain unclear.

All three face first-degree felony charges for theft exceeding $300,000. Valdez Garcia, who had 15 active warrants, is being held at the Collin County Jail without bond.