G-Wagon Stolen in Fort Lauderdale Using VIN Tricks, Second Theft Reported

G-Wagon Theft in Fort Lauderdale

• 🚗 A 2020 Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon was stolen from a secured parking garage in downtown Fort Lauderdale.
• 💡 The theft occurred shortly before 8:00 p.m. from a garage with controlled access on Northeast 3rd Avenue.
• 🛠️ Thieves reportedly removed vehicle trackers and used VIN number tricks to code a key and access the vehicle without the owner's key.

Pattern of Luxury SUV Thefts

• 🚨 This is the second G-Wagon theft reported in the area recently, with a similar incident occurring in late March.
• 📍 The previous theft involved a 2025 dark gray G-Wagon stolen from a parking garage at the 200 East Lazolas building.
• ❓ The victim, Andrew James, questions the safety of parking in secure buildings and is urging police to investigate if this is part of a larger pattern.

Police Investigation

• 🔍 Fort Lauderdale police are investigating the recent G-Wagon thefts.
• 💬 Authorities are determining if these incidents are coincidental or connected to a more significant theft ring.
• 📰 Local 10 News is in contact with the police department and will report further updates as they become available.