Kansas City Police Uncover Stolen Vehicle Ring Following Stolen Cell Phone Investigation

Kansas City Police Make Arrest After Investigation into Stolen Vehicles

Kansas City, MO – In an unexpected turn of events, a seemingly simple case of a stolen cell phone has led local authorities on an extensive investigation that uncovered multiple stolen vehicles and drugs. This rollercoaster of a story has left many residents both surprised and concerned.

It All Started with a Stolen Van

The saga began early on the morning of September 10 when a Prairie Village man reported that his 2013 Dodge Caravan was stolen while he was out delivering newspapers. Picture this: it’s 1:40 a.m. and he’s just trying to get his job done when, out of nowhere, a man jumps into his van and drives off. Terrifying, right? Who would have thought this was just the beginning?

A Suspicious Phone Call

Fast forward to about 7:15 a.m. when the Kansas City Police Department received a call about a suspicious vehicle near E. 8th and Olive St. The caller, who noted that a cell phone had been left in her brother’s stolen van, reported that the device was pinging from that location. This discovery set off a chain reaction that would lead police right to the heart of the situation.

Uncovering the Truth

When police arrived at the scene, they found the stolen van parked in a Kansas City park with a woman rifling through it. She was promptly arrested, although it was noted that she has not been charged so far. But the investigations didn’t stop there. As the officers returned to the site where the cell phone was pinging, they made contact with a man named Clint Jones, 36, along with two others who were found to be staying with him.

The Search Leads to More Stolen Property

A subsequent investigation of Jones’ home revealed more than the police had anticipated. They discovered two additional stolen vehicles — a gray Ford Expedition and a gray Nissan Murano. But that’s not all! They also stumbled upon a backpack containing methamphetamine and multiple other cell phones. It sounds like something straight out of a detective movie!

Money Transfers and Unraveling Stories

As investigators dug deeper, they noticed something strange. Before the discovery of the cell phone, a whopping $830 had been unlawfully pulled from the van owner’s Chime account. What a twist! It was clear that something more sinister was at play. One of the men staying with Jones claimed the backpack—and potentially, the drugs inside it—as his own. Meanwhile, the second man was reportedly spotted tampering with the stolen Nissan in the backyard, which led to both men being arrested as well, although they too have yet to face charges.

Conflicting Stories

As the dust began to settle, police interviewed everyone involved. Interestingly, the stories shared by the two men aligned, while Clint Jones offered a different version of events. Jones claimed that the other two men had arrived in the stolen van, while he had supposedly paid for the stolen Ford and was only “working on” the Nissan. He even insisted that the cell phone brought to him to unlock was obviously stolen!

What’s Next for Jones?

As of now, Clint Jones remains behind bars with a bond set at $50,000. A bond review hearing has been scheduled for Friday, September 20, followed by a preliminary hearing on Wednesday, October 9. As investigations continue, more details will likely emerge about this tangled web of theft and drugs.

Residents are left wondering about the implications of such incidents, hoping for increased safety in their neighborhoods. It’s a reminder of the unpredictable nature of crime, and the importance of keeping vigilant in our communities. Stay tuned for more updates!