New Castle County police have filed charges against a teenager accused of operating a stolen vehicle scheme through social media platforms.
Law enforcement officials launched their investigation in September 2025 after receiving reports about someone allegedly marketing stolen Honda and Acura automobiles on various social networking sites.
Through their investigation, officers identified 18-year-old Ailear Braxton as the person behind the alleged operation. According to police, Braxton operated under several different identities across social media platforms while conducting the illegal sales.
The case highlights the growing trend of criminals using online platforms to facilitate illegal activities, particularly in the auto theft sector.
Details about the total number of vehicles involved or the scope of the alleged operation have not been released by authorities at this time.
