A 2016 Lamborghini Huracan, a symbol of luxury and exclusivity, was stolen in Memphis on the evening of November 5. The theft occurred in an area known for its chic atmosphere, with a selection of eclectic businesses, including an Asian bistro, a modern art gallery, and a soap shop. The victim, having parked his prized possession at the corner of South Cooper Street and Young Avenue, was unaware that his supercar was about to become the target of an audacious heist.
Surveillance footage captured a blurred image of a white vehicle, presumably a Nissan, parked adjacent to the Lamborghini. Shortly after, both vehicles departed the scene, heading north on South Cooper Street. Despite a public appeal for information on November 6, the Memphis police had no immediate leads on the case. The stolen Lamborghini’s fate took a surprising twist when, on November 8, police announced its recovery on Railton Road, though the exact circumstances of how it was found remained undisclosed. Notably, no charges had been filed at the time of the announcement.
The location where the Lamborghini was discovered—on the 1100 block of Railton Road—raised eyebrows within the community. Given that the neighborhood is far from typical for a high-end sports car, many questioned the logic behind hiding such an eye-catching vehicle in a middle-class area. Social media responses to the police update reflected a mix of skepticism and frustration. Some residents pointed out that spotting a bright red Italian supercar in Memphis would be rare enough to make its recovery inevitable. Others expressed disillusionment with the local justice system, fearing that even if the thieves were apprehended, they might face minimal consequences.
h/t: The Auto Wire