The Brief
- Reginald Manson, Jr., accused ringleader of a $1.6 million vehicle title-washing scheme, was captured Thursday in Philadelphia County.
- Ten people, including one juvenile, face charges tied to the theft and resale of about 50 vehicles with fake VINs
- Authorities say 2.5 kilograms of methamphetamine were also seized during the investigation.
PHILADELPHIA – The alleged ringleader of a $1.6 million vehicle title-washing operation, was captured Thursday at a hotel in Philadelphia after two months as a fugitive, according to Attorney General Dave Sunday.
What we know:
Investigators say the group stole about 50 vehicles, gave them vehicle identification numbers from decommissioned cars to hide the thefts, and resold them for profit.…