Mar 2 • 19:37 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Workshop owner arrested suspected of stealing cars left for repair; 4 victims identified in Teresina

A workshop owner in Teresina was arrested for allegedly stealing vehicles left for repair, with four victims identified so far.

In Teresina, a workshop owner, Ricardo, was arrested on suspicions of stealing cars entrusted to him for repair, particularly air-conditioning fixes. According to police, Ricardo lured clients with the promise of affordable repairs, charging about R$ 3,000 upfront and disappearing with the vehicles. Among the identified victims are a legal officer and an attorney, raising concerns that more victims may come forward.

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