2002 GMC Crew Cab Dually STOLEN from Vegas!!

Darcy Clarke · 11-07-2022, 12:11 PM

Fellow racers Hal and Joe Sorensen had their Truck Stolen this Morning from the Motel 6 near the DragStrip in Las Vegas. Please keep your eyes open!! Let the Authorities know!!

Darcy Clarke

Bob Gullett · 11-07-2022, 12:25 PM

That really sucks. Same hotel I believe that a crew member of Ralph Van Pappegan a few days earlier had his truck just about stolen but the thieves ran off with tools and other items as they couldn't get the truck started. Hope the truck is found intact and the low lifes dealt with. A motel to avoid for sure.

Barry Polley · 11-07-2022, 02:36 PM

One of the NHRA staff ( staging lanes) too!

Carguy49 · 11-07-2022, 03:41 PM

I guess this gives a whole new meaning to Motel 6's catch phrase - - We'll leave the light on. That was from a few years ago.

I suppose this means ALL racers will need campers/motorhomes in the future. Even then they are NOT totally safe from IDIOTS that steal from good people.

I hope all the vehicles and tools are found/returned in great shape.

Mike Pearson · 11-07-2022, 04:24 PM

Kind of odd that someone would steal a 20 year old truck. I am sure it was in nice condition bit not worth a trip to prison. Probably will be in a container going to another country.

Carguy49 · 11-09-2022, 12:25 PM

Any updates on this deal. Have Hal and Joe been able to make it to Pomona.

Mark Faul · 11-09-2022, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Mike Pearson

Kind of odd that someone would steal a 20 year old truck. I am sure it was in nice condition bit not worth a trip to prison. Probably will be in a container going to another country.

A trip to prison? Not likely any more. The police told them "if you find it, let us know". They don't investigate car theft.

They were able to borrow a van from one of alcohol racer Clint Thompson's crew to get to Pomona, and made it there.

Mike Pearson · 11-09-2022, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Mark Faul

A trip to prison? Not likely any more. The police told them "if you find it, let us know". They don't investigate car theft.

They were able to borrow a van from one of alcohol racer Clint Thompson's crew to get to Pomona, and made it there.

It has pretty much always been that way. The police only solve a crime if it’s dropped in their laps. I have had stuff stolen from me and had to investigate myself. I was able to eventually find the thief’s. None were put in jail for their offense.

Frank Castros · 11-09-2022, 08:43 PM

Mike,
Justice comes in many flavors. It's just a matter of taste.

Alan Roehrich · 11-10-2022, 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Mike Pearson

Kind of odd that someone would steal a 20 year old truck. I am sure it was in nice condition bit not worth a trip to prison. Probably will be in a container going to another country.

All they need is a VIN from a wreck. And those trucks bring killer money. I've got one, and turned down $25K for it.

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Darcy Clarke Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 193 Likes: 22 Liked 422 Times in 29 Posts	2002 GMC Crew Cab Dually STOLEN from Vegas!! Fellow racers Hal and Joe Sorensen had their Truck Stolen this Morning from the Motel 6 near the DragStrip in Las Vegas. Please keep your eyes open!! Let the Authorities know!! Darcy Clarke

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Bob Gullett VIP Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 1,069 Likes: 42 Liked 414 Times in 92 Posts	Re: 2002 GMC Crew Cab Dually STOLEN from Vegas!! That really sucks. Same hotel I believe that a crew member of Ralph Van Pappegan a few days earlier had his truck just about stolen but the thieves ran off with tools and other items as they couldn't get the truck started. Hope the truck is found intact and the low lifes dealt with. A motel to avoid for sure. __________________ 68 Chevy11 327 F/S

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Barry Polley Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Vacaville Ca Posts: 755 Likes: 678 Liked 572 Times in 239 Posts	Re: 2002 GMC Crew Cab Dually STOLEN from Vegas!! One of the NHRA staff ( staging lanes) too! __________________ Barry Polley 758 A/SA California- No place to race!

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Carguy49 VIP Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Fife, Washington Posts: 1,856 Likes: 1,805 Liked 2,287 Times in 608 Posts	Re: 2002 GMC Crew Cab Dually STOLEN from Vegas!! I guess this gives a whole new meaning to Motel 6's catch phrase - - We'll leave the light on. That was from a few years ago. I suppose this means ALL racers will need campers/motorhomes in the future. Even then they are NOT totally safe from IDIOTS that steal from good people. I hope all the vehicles and tools are found/returned in great shape. __________________ Ron McDowell - Did Race Every day is a Gift - Enjoy with family and friends. Last edited by Carguy49; 11-07-2022 at 03:47 PM.

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Mike Pearson VIP Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 2,328 Likes: 547 Liked 1,656 Times in 507 Posts	Re: 2002 GMC Crew Cab Dually STOLEN from Vegas!! Kind of odd that someone would steal a 20 year old truck. I am sure it was in nice condition bit not worth a trip to prison. Probably will be in a container going to another country. __________________ Mike Pearson 2485 SS

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Carguy49 VIP Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Fife, Washington Posts: 1,856 Likes: 1,805 Liked 2,287 Times in 608 Posts	Re: 2002 GMC Crew Cab Dually STOLEN from Vegas!! Any updates on this deal. Have Hal and Joe been able to make it to Pomona. __________________ Ron McDowell - Did Race Every day is a Gift - Enjoy with family and friends.

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