A Bentley belonging to Buffalo-area restaurateur Russell Salvatore was stolen overnight from outside his steakhouse on Transit Road and recovered undamaged just hours later.
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How the Theft Happened
The 2017 Bentley convertible, typically parked outside Salvatore’s restaurant, was reported missing around 4:30 a.m. Security footage reportedly showed an individual approaching the vehicle and driving away. Salvatore quickly offered a $10,000 reward on social media for information leading to the car’s return, no questions asked.
Vehicle Recovered Hours Later
The Bentley was located later that morning on Goulding Avenue, apparently abandoned without any visible damage. Buffalo police recovered the vehicle by mid-morning, though no arrests have been made and no suspects have been identified. Lancaster police, who are involved in the investigation, have said they currently have no additional leads.
Investigation Ongoing
It remains unclear whether the reward played any role in the vehicle’s recovery, or whether the person responsible simply abandoned the car after taking it. The investigation into the theft remains open as authorities continue to review available evidence, including the security footage from the scene.