A metro Atlanta used car broker has surrendered to authorities following a consumer investigation that uncovered allegations of systematic odometer tampering, leading to misdemeanor charges and highlighting broader risks in private vehicle sales.
Dennis S. Lewis, who runs DD Auto Brokers, reportedly turned himself in at the Gwinnett County Jail on February 4, 2026, after an arrest warrant was issued. The case stems from a months-long probe by Atlanta News First’s “Better Call Harry” consumer segment, which first exposed discrepancies in car listings on platforms like Facebook Marketplace.
Complaints Surface Over Mismatched Mileage Readings
The investigation began with complaints from buyers who purchased vehicles advertised with significantly lower mileage than actual readings indicated. In one prominent example, Shadesia Johnson and her mother Latrice spotted a 2013 Honda Ridgeline listed at 153,000 miles for $6,400.
After completing the purchase from Lewis, they took the truck for a mechanic’s inspection due to a check engine light. The mechanic flagged major issues, including two faulty catalytic converters.
A Carfax report initially aligned with the advertised mileage, but an emissions test from Metro Atlanta revealed nearly 285,000 miles—almost double what was shown.
Confronted with the evidence, the Johnsons demanded and received a full refund from Lewis…