Texas Man Allegedly Used Instagram To Steal 25+ Vehicles And Sell Them To Cartel Members
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A Houston-man has been charged in connection with a scheme to steal more than 25 vehicles. Kenneth Westbrook allegedly used Instagram to recruit people to rent vehicles on his behalf. Instead of using the vehicles, Westbrook allegedly sent them to Mexico where they were sold to cartel members. Social media is rife with scams and rip-offs, but the latest appears to have netted Mexican drug cartel members more than 25 vehicles. Many of them were apparently Jeeps and they’re said to be worth more...

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