The Most Outrageous Car-Related Crimes of the Past Year

As a society, we are fascinated by true crime stories. From podcasts to documentaries, we can’t seem to get enough of the dark and twisted tales of criminal behavior. And when it comes to car-related crimes, the stories can be even more outrageous.

In the past year alone, Jalopnik has covered some truly bizarre and shocking incidents involving cars and the people who drive them. From drunk drivers to car thieves, here are some of the most memorable car-related crimes of the past year.

Driving Drunk to the Police Station

Let’s start with the story that inspired this article. In Michigan, a man drove drunk to the state police station in order to get a 14-year-old DUI expunged from his record. Needless to say, he was arrested and charged with a brand new DUI. This is a prime example of how not to handle a legal issue.

Car Theft Gone Wrong

In Florida, two men attempted to steal a car from a dealership by driving it through a plate glass window. Unfortunately for them, they didn’t realize that the car was equipped with a GPS tracker. The police were able to track them down and arrest them within hours of the theft.

The Great Car Chase

In Los Angeles, a man led police on a wild car chase that lasted for hours and covered over 100 miles. The chase ended when the man crashed into a fence and was apprehended by police. The whole thing was captured on live television and became a viral sensation.

The Joyrider

In New York City, a man stole a delivery truck and went on a joyride through the city streets. He crashed into several parked cars before finally being stopped by police. When asked why he did it, he simply replied, “I just wanted to drive.”

The Carjacker

In Texas, a man attempted to carjack a woman at gunpoint. However, he quickly realized that he didn’t know how to drive a stick shift and was unable to steal the car. The woman was able to drive away unharmed, and the man was later arrested.

The Parking Lot Scammer

In California, a man was caught on camera scamming people in a parking lot. He would approach drivers and offer to sell them a car stereo for a low price. However, the stereo was actually a fake, and the man would take the money and run. He was eventually caught and charged with fraud.

The Car Arsonist

In Australia, a man set fire to his own car in order to collect the insurance money. However, he didn’t realize that the whole thing was caught on camera. He was arrested and charged with arson and insurance fraud.

The Hit-and-Run Driver

In New Jersey, a man was caught on camera hitting a parked car and then driving away. However, he didn’t realize that the car he hit belonged to a police officer. The officer was able to track him down and arrest him for hit-and-run.

The Road Rage Incident

In Colorado, two drivers got into a heated argument on the highway. One of the drivers pulled out a gun and fired several shots at the other driver’s car. Miraculously, no one was injured in the incident. The shooter was later arrested and charged with attempted murder.

Conclusion

These are just a few examples of the outrageous car-related crimes that have taken place in the past year. While they may be entertaining to read about, it’s important to remember that these actions have real-world consequences. Driving drunk, stealing cars, and engaging in road rage can all lead to serious injury or death. So let’s all take a lesson from these stories and strive to be responsible and safe drivers.