DPS arrests Glendale trio in Valley vehicle theft operation

PHOENIX – Three suspects from Glendale are facing felony charges following an Arizona Department of Public Safety operation targeting organized vehicle theft in the Valley.

The Arizona Vehicle Theft Task Force led the operation that resulted in the arrests on June 17 when search warrants were served at seven Valley locations, according to an AZDPS release.

Operation Escalading Switch resulted in the recovery of 29 stolen vehicles valued at nearly $2.5 million, and the seizure of other items, including weapons and cash linked to the theft ring, authorities said…

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