Talk about a major heist! Police are on the hunt for a former Avis Budget employee accused of an audacious crime: allegedly stealing 47 vehicles from the Syracuse Hancock International Airport and renting them out. This alleged scheme, which ran from June to August, involved vehicles valued at over $1 million.
The Alleged Grand Larceny Scheme
The suspect, identified as 31-year-old Milton W. Thompson III, is wanted on two felony charges: second-degree grand larceny and first-degree scheme to defraud. Authorities have managed to recover 42 of the 47 stolen vehicles, but Thompson remains at large. The sheer scale of this alleged operation is staggering.
Details on how Thompson managed to steal so many cars and rent them out are still emerging. However, officials suggest that his position as a former employee gave him crucial “inside knowledge” of the car rental company’s operations, which he allegedly exploited to carry out the thefts.
Investigation and Public Appeal
While Thompson is the primary suspect, several other individuals have been arrested and charged with unlawful use of a vehicle. The Syracuse Regional Airport Authority has stated they are cooperating fully with the airport police investigation. Avis Budget also released a statement confirming their awareness of the allegations and their cooperation with law enforcement.
Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding Milton W. Thompson III’s whereabouts or any details about the scheme to contact the airport police department. You can reach them at 315-455-3500 or via email at [email protected]. Every bit of information could be crucial in resolving this case.
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