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Cars sold for scrap metal came from Springs Transmission & Automotive Play Video

September 15, 2012 1:49 AM

Imagine taking your car to an auto body shop for repairs then finding out it's actually at a scrap metal yard, crushed to a block of warped metal. That's what Colorado Springs Police say happened to at least one customer of Springs Transmission & Automotive, the business already under investigation... more »
Auto shop fraud investigation: tips on avoiding scams Play Video

September 7, 2012 2:05 AM

The investigation continues as Colorado Springs Police wade through more than a hundred fraud complaints against Springs Transmission & Automotive. Customers have reported paying for work that was never done, cars that were vandalized or stolen under the company's care, and vehicles never returned to owners. The Better... more »
Alleged fraud victims speak out in auto body investigation Play Video

September 6, 2012 1:32 AM

Colorado Springs Police spent Wednesday in and out of two auto repair shops east of downtown investigating possible fraud. CSPD's Financial Crimes Unit sent a tactical enforcement team and a crime lab truck to Springs Transmission & Automotive and Springs Converter, located at 3310 Chelton Loop. They issued three... more »