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In a determined effort to recover two valuable Corvettes stolen from its lot, City Auto in Memphis has announced a substantial $20,000 reward. The dealership declared that it will provide $10,000 for the safe return of each Corvette, assuring "no questions asked." The theft, which occurred around 6 p.m. on Monday at the dealership located at 4932 Elmore Road, has prompted a resolute response from City Auto’s management.
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The two stolen vehicles are a 2014 C7 Convertible Stingray Corvette and a 2015 C7 Coupe Stingray Z51. In an attempt to facilitate their recovery, City Auto has released photos of both high-value cars, calling on the community to assist in their search.
Expressing frustration over the rising tide of crime in the area, City Auto's president, Stan Norton, stated, "It is with great frustration that as a private business, we must take this action to address the rampant crime happening across our community and the lack of accountability of repeat offenders who continue to wage war on citizens and businesses across Memphis." He highlighted the impact such thefts have on the livelihood and safety of employees, urging the community to take a stand against this surge in criminal activity.
The dealership is appealing to anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of these stolen vehicles to contact them at 901-377-9502. This incident underscores the challenges businesses face in dealing with crime and the lengths they are willing to go to protect their assets. City Auto's proactive approach in offering a significant reward reflects their commitment to resolving this issue and serves as a call to action for the Memphis community.