15 individuals in Inland Empire face allegations of insurance fraud through hostage vehicle tactics after staged collisions, causing $353,035 in losses for auto insurers.

15 individuals in Inland Empire face allegations of insurance fraud involving "hostage" vehicle tactics after staged collisions. Led by Andre Angelo Reyes and Anthony Gomez, the group caused $353,035 in losses for auto insurers, using false info to take cars and hold them until insurance payments. The fraud ring, which began in Nov 2022, included illegal towing and staged crashes. No injuries reported.