JSO Auto Crimes Unit Investigation Uncovers Backyard Operation, Recovers Multiple Stolen Vehicles

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO) has successfully shut down an illegal “chop shop” and arrested a convicted felon following an investigation that began with a stolen vehicle recovery.

Detectives from the JSO Auto Crimes Unit initiated their investigation when a victim, who had unknowingly purchased a stolen car from Facebook Marketplace, came forward. This discovery led to a search warrant at the suspect’s home, where authorities uncovered a backyard operation described as a “chop shop.”

According to a JSO release, the search revealed multiple vehicles with removed Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs), several stolen cars, and four catalytic converters. Deputies say the man was take

See Full Page