Stolen Vehicle Sold Via Facebook Marketplace In Milford, Police Say

A man is accused of using a fraudulent title to sell a stolen vehicle, according to Milford police.

By Chris Rhatigan , Patch Staff

Jun 2, 2026 2:00 pm EDT

A man is accused of using a fraudulent title to sell a stolen vehicle, according to Milford police. (Saul Flores/Patch)

MILFORD, CT — A man was charged after police say he sold a stolen vehicle via Facebook Marketplace.

James O'Neil, 47, of West Haven, turned himself in on an active arrest warrant Thursday.

Police said he sold the victim a stolen vehicle via Facebook Marketplace, providing a fraudulent title during the sale.

O'Neil was charged with first-degree larceny and title fraud.

Bond was set at $5,000. He's scheduled to appear in Milford Superior Court on June 23.

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