DETROIT – An intricate car theft and international smuggling operation has been dismantled, with eight Southeast Michigan men facing federal charges. United States Attorney Jerome F. Gorgon Jr. announced the unsealing of an indictment charging Haydar Al Haydari, 41; Karar Alnakash, 43; Abbas Al Othman, 42; Mohammed Al Hilo, 36; Moustapha Al Fetlawi, 46; Terrill Davis, 33; David Roshinsky Williams, 32; and Mohammed Al Abboodi, 35 with conspiracy to transport stolen vehicles.
The men are accused of a multi-year scheme that began in July 2023, where they conspired to receive stolen vehicles at commercial/industrial lots before packing them into shipping containers for overseas shipment. The alleged ring operated out of four different locations and utilized both freight and rail services to transport the vehicles.
According to the 12-count indictment, if convicted on the charge of conspiracy, each defendant faces a maximum of five years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000. Transportation of stolen motor vehicles carries a potential penalty of 10 years in prison and a fine of $250,000.
‘Stolen cars have no place in interstate commerce and foreign trade,’ Gorgon emphasized. ‘We appreciate the diligence of our law-enforcement partners who recovered countless vehicles and brought this criminal scheme to an end.’
ICE HSI Detroit’s Acting Special Agent in Charge, Matthew Stentz, echoed the sentiment: ‘Every stolen car represents a victim, and our efforts are aimed at safeguarding American communities from such operations.’ The FBI’s Detroit Field Office also praised the collaborative effort, highlighting the importance of disrupting both domestic and international trafficking networks.
Dearborn Police Chief Issa Shahin commended the Southeast Michigan Auto Crimes Consortium (SMACC) for their pivotal role in the investigation. ‘This case underscores the effectiveness of local and federal law enforcement partnerships,’ he said. ‘With partners like ATPA, we are able to make a real impact on auto theft in our state.’
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Key Facts
- State: Michigan
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Organized Crime|Fraud & Financial Crimes|White Collar Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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