EL PASO, Texas – The owner of a West El Paso car dealership and two employees were arrested on fraud-related charges following an investigation into irregular vehicle sales and title transfers, according to El Paso County authorities.
Officials identified the suspects as Perry Wolfe, owner of Car Capitol, and employees Regina Ozaeta and Mario Uribe. Investigators allege the trio was involved in fraudulent vehicle transfers and tampering with government records connected to sales at the dealership, located at 6354 N. Mesa Street, near Sunland Park Drive.
Details of the Investigation
The arrests came after an extensive probe into suspicious vehicle transactions handled through the dealership. According to the El Paso County Tax Assessor-Collector’s Office, evidence indicated that some cars were transferred under false or misleading pretenses, raising concerns about potential consumer fraud.
Investigators did not disclose how many vehicles were affected but confirmed that multiple customers may have been impacted by the alleged scheme.
Authorities are urging anyone who believes they may be a victim to contact the El Paso County Tax Assessor-Collector’s Enforcement Division at 915-273-3430.
Charges Filed Against the Suspects
According to jail records, the following charges and bonds were filed:
- Perry Wolfe: Charged with fraudulent transfer of a motor vehicle; bond set at $7,500.
- Regina Ozaeta: Charged with two counts of tampering with government records; total bond $2,000.
- Mario Uribe: Charged with one count of tampering with government records; bond $2,500.
Court documents show Wolfe was arrested on October 10, while Ozaeta and Uribe were taken into custody on November 12. All three suspects were released the same day after posting bond.
Community Concerns and Official Response
The El Paso County Tax Assessor-Collector’s Office confirmed that the case remains under investigation and additional charges could be filed if more victims come forward.
“We take any reports of fraud seriously, especially when they affect hardworking residents purchasing vehicles,” an official from the office said. “We encourage anyone with suspicious dealings or missing title paperwork to contact our enforcement division immediately.”
This case follows several recent fraud and identity theft investigations across West Texas, highlighting the growing concerns over document manipulation and vehicle title fraud.
Residents are advised to verify all vehicle title transfers through official channels and avoid signing incomplete documents during dealership transactions.
Stay with HonkNews.com for continued updates on this developing case and related fraud investigations in the El Paso area.