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Northern Virginia man jailed for role in auto theft ring, more victims likely

Crystal Graham
Brandon Eugene Morton
Brandon Eugene Morton

A Northern Virginia man is in jail for allegedly have cars repossessed fraudulently, and the Virginia State Police is looking for more victims.

Brandon Eugene Morton, 32, of Stafford, has been indicted on felony racketeering charges in the potential auto theft ring.

Morton is believed to have multiple aliases and may have operated several dealerships under various names. State Police believe there may be more victims in Caroline, Fredericksburg and Northern Virginia.

On Dec. 8, 2023, troopers were dispatched to a call for a stolen vehicle out of Caroline County. A tow truck showed up to a residence to conduct what the tow company believed to be a lawful repossession.

Through VSP’s investigation, it was determined that the owner of the vehicle had been making regular payments, but the seller of the vehicle did not forward appropriate documents, instead repossessing the vehicle.

In 2023, Morton was reported missing but was found safe hours later.

Morton is currently in Rappahannock Regional Jail.

If you have information or have been a victim, please contact the Virginia State Police Division One at (804) 750-8758 or email [email protected]

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Crystal Graham

Crystal Graham

A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, Crystal Graham has worked for 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of "Virginia Tonight," a nightly TV news show, both broadcast on PBS. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television. You can reach her at [email protected]

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