Two Accused in Central Florida Tesla Theft Scheme
Two men are accused of involvement in a scheme involving stolen Teslas in Central Florida, with a black Tesla Model 3 reportedly stolen from a Merritt Island dealership and later driven to Daytona Beach.
Orlando Daytona Beach Melbourne, FL, August 10, 2026 —
Central Florida authorities have accused two men in connection with a scheme involving stolen Tesla vehicles. A black Tesla Model 3 was reportedly stolen from a dealership located in Merritt Island. The vehicle was later observed being driven in Daytona Beach.
Details regarding the identities of the two accused individuals were not immediately available. The specific timeline of the theft and the subsequent events in Daytona Beach also remain unclear.
The Central Florida region has seen instances of vehicle theft, and this latest incident involving a high-value electric vehicle highlights ongoing concerns. Law enforcement agencies are investigating the full scope of the alleged scheme and any potential connections between the Merritt Island theft and other incidents.
Further information regarding the charges filed against the two men, the recovery status of the stolen Tesla Model 3, and the investigative progress is expected as the case develops. The names of the dealership and any involved parties have not been publicly disclosed at this time.
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