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San Jose auto physique store proprietor busted in sting, investigators say

By Miles Cooper
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March 12, 2025
San Jose auto physique store proprietor busted in sting, investigators say
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San Jose auto physique store proprietor busted in sting, investigators say

(KRON) — A San Jose auto physique store proprietor fell for a “bait car” utilized by undercover investigators for a sting operation, prosecutors mentioned.

Jairon Escobar, proprietor and operator of Radiator & Physique Elements, is now dealing with insurance coverage fraud fees for jacking up insurance coverage injury estimates, the Santa Clara County District Legal professional’s Workplace mentioned.

The 49-year-old man allegedly carried out a scheme during which he inspired clients to report fictitious auto damages, investigators mentioned.

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For the sting, an undercover investigator with the Organized Auto Insurance coverage Fraud Process Drive introduced a Toyota Camry into the auto store on Barnard Avenue. The automotive had a single dent within the entrance fender.

“Escobar encouraged the undercover officer to tell the insurance company that there was more than $3,000 in damages to the vehicle. Escobar submitted the vehicle estimate of repairs to Mercury Insurance,” the DA’s workplace wrote.

The auto physique store proprietor was arraigned Tuesday to face felony tried insurance coverage fraud fees. If convicted, Escobar may face jailtime.

District Legal professional Jeff Rosen mentioned, “To body shop owners that choose illegal profits over honest work, know this: an undercover officer could be your next customer. Fraud isn’t worth your freedom. Auto insurance fraud drives up premiums and hits drivers in their wallets.”

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Nationwide, the common household pays between $400 and $700 per 12 months within the type of elevated premiums resulting from fraud, the DA’s workplace mentioned.

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