Crime & Safety

Stonington Police Charge Imprisoned Florida Man with Stealing Luxury Car a Decade Ago: Report

Police said the suspect has a history of stealing luxury cars in several states.

STONINGTON, CT - Police recently charged a man with a long history of stealing luxury cars across the country, The Day reported.

Kevin J. Rellah, 56, of Lawtey, Florida, is accused of stealing a Ford 350 pickup truck during a test drive from the Valenti Auto Mall in February of 2006, according to The Day. Police said the suspect has a history of stealing luxury cars in several states.

The suspect had been serving prison time in his home state when Connecticut police obtained a warrant for his arrest, according to The Day. Detectives returned from Florida with the suspect on Wednesday.

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