A custom-built 2025 Range Rover, valued at $180,000, intended for Shaquille O’Neal, was stolen in Georgia earlier this month. The vehicle went missing while in transit from California to Dahlonega, where modifications were planned. Lumpkin County Sheriff Stacy Jarrard is leading the investigation.
Details of the Theft
The Range Rover was en route to be customized for O’Neal’s 7-foot-1 height when it vanished. Sheriff Jarrard explained that the car had to reach another drop point but never arrived. Investigators are focusing on the last-known location in Lumpkin County, located about 70 miles northeast of Atlanta.
Potential Sightings and Rewards
Following the theft, authorities believe the luxury SUV may have been transported to the metro Atlanta area. O’Neal was set to use the vehicle during an LSU football game against Texas A&M in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, but it did not arrive.
- Vehicle Value: $180,000
- Location of Theft: Dahlonega, Georgia
- Investigation Led By: Sheriff Stacy Jarrard
- Reward Offered: $10,000 for information
Investigation Efforts and Cooperation
Effortless Motors, a California-based company responsible for modifying the Range Rover, has been involved in the case. Ahmad Abdelrahman, a spokesperson for Effortless Motors, stated that the company had contracted FirstLine Trucking LLC for transportation. However, they reported a computer system hack coinciding with the theft.
Shaquille O’Neal is fully cooperating with law enforcement. According to Sheriff Jarrard, he filed a report and spoke directly with investigators. “He’s hopeful someone is caught and faces the consequences,” Jarrard noted. The investigation team remains committed to recovering the stolen SUV and identifying those responsible for the crime.
Conclusion
With the investigation ongoing, the sheriff’s office is utilizing search warrants to gather information. As efforts continue to recover Shaq’s stolen SUV, the community remains vigilant.
