Accused Oregon car theft ring leader arrested, facing 16 charges

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- A man was arraigned Friday after being indicted and arrested on 16 charges in connection to a car theft ring spanning multiple states.

According to the Multnomah County District Attorney's Office, 21-year-old Aric Adams was identified as the main suspect and ringleader of a car theft ring after a months-long investigation conducted by the MCDA Auto Theft Task Force and the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office. Officials say the investigation was also aided by the group PDX Stolen Cars.