El Paso County officials have arrested the owner of a longtime local used-car dealership along with two employees following an investigation into allegedly fraudulent vehicle title transfers. The arrests came after the El Paso County Tax Assessor-Collector’s Office flagged irregularities in vehicle sales and title paperwork connected to Car Capitol, a dealership that has operated in the area for years.
Who Was Arrested and What They’re Accused Of
Authorities identified the dealership’s owner as Perry Wolfe, who was taken into custody alongside employees Regina Ozaeta and Mario Uribe. Investigators allege the three played roles in vehicle transfers carried out under misleading or false circumstances, with the investigation focused on sales and title-submission patterns that officials say didn’t align with state requirements. Wolfe faces a felony charge of fraudulent transfer of a motor vehicle under Texas law, while Ozaeta and Uribe have each been charged with tampering with government records, also a felony offense. As with any pending case, these charges are accusations, and all three are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
Investigation Still Widening
Authorities say additional charges may follow as the investigation continues, though officials have not yet disclosed how many vehicles or customers may be connected to the alleged misconduct. Car Capitol, located on North Mesa Street, has operated in the El Paso market for several years, and its current operational status remains uncertain while investigators continue reviewing dealership records.
How Affected Customers Can Respond
County officials say the case remains active and that further details will be released as the review progresses. Anyone who believes they may have been affected by questionable sales or title activity involving the dealership is encouraged to contact the Tax Assessor-Collector’s Enforcement Division at (915) 273-3430.