The Mapunapuna car dealership theft has upended operations at City Auto Sales after thieves took six vehicles, nearly all of the vehicle titles, and an estimated $120,000 worth of keys, according to the business.
Mapunapuna car dealership theft impacts operations
City Auto Sales reported that the break-in resulted in the loss of six cars and most of the dealership’s titles, along with a large cache of keys valued at about $120,000. The dealership said the theft has caused a major disruption for customers and staff as they work to secure remaining inventory and address title and key replacements.
Officials have not released additional details on suspects or how entry was made. The dealership urged anyone with information to contact law enforcement as the investigation continues.
Residents and nearby businesses in Mapunapuna expressed concern over the scale of the incident and its ripple effects on the local community. The incident follows other recent property crimes, including a teen arrested after Waianae machete threat, car theft case elsewhere on Oahu.
