Multiple Guns, Vehicles Stolen in Distributed Auto Thefts Across Tennessee, Texas

Recent incidents across multiple states highlight a troubling trend of vehicle-related crimes involving stolen guns and auto parts. In Pasadena, Texas, police arrested seven individuals linked to an illegal auto shop involved in stealing and stripping parts from vehicles, recovering nine guns, body armor, $17,000 in cash, and numerous car components. In Tennessee, 36 vehicles near Nissan Stadium in Nashville were burglarized overnight, resulting in the theft of seven guns; this comes amid a broader issue with over 865 guns stolen from vehicles in Davidson County so far in 2025, with 74% taken from automobiles. Metro Nashville Police have urged construction workers and the public to avoid leaving valuables and weapons in cars following these incidents. Meanwhile, in Adams County, Wisconsin, authorities are investigating the burglary of 18 rifles from a property and are seeking public assistance in providing information. These cases underscore the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in combating organized auto theft and gun theft rings, as well as the importance of public vigilance in securing vehicles and verifying auto repair sources.