Surrey Police have smashed a ruthless organised crime gang that cloned and sold 50 luxury cars worth over £1 million. The Serious and Organised Crime Unit uncovered the slick racket after a detailed probe.
Four Men Ran High-Tech Car Cloning Scam
The gang used fake paperwork and cloned vehicle identities to fence stolen motors to unsuspecting dealers. Phones seized from the suspects revealed a treasure trove of messages about car models, prices, forged V5C documents, and photos of stolen luxury cars hidden in a secret workshop.
Meet the Crooks Behind the Scheme
- Ali Abbas, 31, from Mitcham
- Abdirahman Ismail, 34, from Wallington
- Rizwan Javid, 41, from Chadwell Heath
- Hussain Kapadia, 34, from Ilford
Guilty on All Counts – Long Jail Sentences Loom
All four men pleaded guilty to conspiracy to handle stolen goods, fraud, and transferring criminal property. Abbas and Ismail also admitted drug supply and possessing identity documents with intent.
Now, they face over 10 years behind bars for their elaborate and costly scam.
