A string of brazen car burglaries in Tulsa, Oklahoma has come to an end for 36-year-old William Drew Davis. The convicted felon broke into dozens of vehicles, stealing purses, laptops, and even ammunition, leaving a trail of destruction in his wake.
According to court documents, Davis’ scheme began when he broke into a victim’s vehicle and stole a purse containing a debit card. He then used the card to fraudulently purchase items from various stores, racking up over $1,350 in unauthorized charges.
The extent of Davis’ crimes became clear when he was arrested by Tulsa Police officers in October 2019 while in possession of a stolen car and dozens of items taken during car burglaries. The U.S. Secret Service, Tulsa Police Department, and Jenks Police Department conducted the investigation, uncovering over two-dozen vehicle burglaries committed by Davis.
As part of his guilty plea, Davis admitted to breaking into a different vehicle and stealing 60 rounds of ammunition, knowing he was a convicted felon. He also pleaded guilty to possessing 130 milligrams of methamphetamine with the intent to distribute it to others.
On Thursday, U.S. District Court Judge Gregory K. Frizzell sentenced Davis to 66 months in federal prison, followed by four years of supervised release. The judge also ordered Davis to pay $51,740.55 in restitution, representing the goods obtained by theft and fraud, and damage caused to property.
In a statement, U.S. Attorney Trent Shores said, ‘William Davis, driven by a longstanding drug habit, pilfered people’s cars to get his hands on anything to make a quick buck… The theft, stolen ammunition, and drugs are a combination that never leads to anything good.’
The case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Kevin C. Leitch. The Tulsa and Jenks Police Departments were commended for their extensive work in the investigation.
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Key Facts
- State: Oklahoma
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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