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Chop Shop Operator Sentenced for Exporting Stolen Cars

12/1/2025

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Abdul Ahmadi, a Christchurch chop shop operator, was sentenced to three years and three months for dismantling and exporting stolen cars.
Police uncovered activities during a November 2024 raid, resulting in his arrest.
The High Court authorized the sale of two properties linked to Ahmadi, worth $1.79 million, to recover funds.
Investigations found his businesses shipped large amounts of stolen vehicle parts to the United Arab Emirates.

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Story summary

Abdul Ahmadi, a Christchurch chop shop operator, was sentenced to three years and three months for dismantling and exporting stolen cars.
Police uncovered activities during a November 2024 raid, resulting in his arrest.
The High Court authorized the sale of two properties linked to Ahmadi, worth $1.79 million, to recover funds.
Investigations found his businesses shipped large amounts of stolen vehicle parts to the United Arab Emirates.