A red tow truck was stolen from the Memphis Police Department's impound lot on March 19, 2023 and recovered three days later on Summer Avenue after someone painted over the logos and used it to steal vehicles in Marshall County, according to ActionNews5. Police said the thieves used the stolen tow truck as a tool for additional vehicle thefts.
Operator takeaway
Thieves stole a tow truck from a police impound lot, painted over the logos, and used it to steal more cars — your truck's branding is not just marketing, it is an authentication system, and securing it is as important as securing the vehicles you tow.