A predawn burglary at a Janesville car dealership that ended with the theft of a $250,000 collector muscle car is now raising broader concerns about dealership security and the persistence of organized vehicle theft, after the man accused of orchestrating it was finally taken into custody months later.
How the Theft Happened
Police say a special edition Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Demon 170 was stolen from Boucher Chrysler Dodge Jeep of Janesville early on April 8, 2025, after suspects drove a Ford Explorer through the front glass of the showroom. Officers were dispatched shortly before 7 a.m. after employees arrived to find extensive damage and the rare vehicle already gone.
Investigators say the suspects used the Explorer to smash through the dealership’s windows, causing roughly $8,000 in damage to the building and an additional $10,000 in damage to the SUV itself. After forcing entry, the suspects allegedly repositioned the Explorer inside the showroom to clear a path, allowing the Hellcat to be driven straight out.
Why This Particular Car Was Such a Target
The stolen vehicle was no ordinary car. The Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Demon 170 was described as a “Last Call” collector’s edition, among the final examples of the high-powered model ever produced. With limited availability and soaring demand driving up its value, its estimated worth reached approximately $250,000, making it one of the most expensive vehicles ever reported stolen from a dealership in the region.
A Suspect With a Documented Pattern
Authorities identified Myqwon Greer, 25, of Rockford, as the suspect connected to the theft. According to investigators, Greer has been linked to other similar crimes, including an attempted theft of a Dodge Durango Hellcat from a Beloit dealership in October 2024, suggesting a documented pattern of specifically targeting Dodge’s most powerful models rather than random opportunistic theft. Police allege he’s also involved in the sale and processing of stolen vehicles more broadly, meaning the Janesville incident likely wasn’t an isolated act on his part.
Arrest and Charges Across Two States
A warrant was issued for Greer’s arrest, and he was taken into custody on January 29 in Illinois. He now faces multiple felony charges in both Wisconsin and Illinois, including burglary, theft, criminal damage to property, and possession of a stolen vehicle. As with any pending case, these charges remain allegations that have not yet been proven in court. Court records also show Greer has several pending drug trafficking cases in Winnebago County, adding to the broader picture of alleged criminal activity beyond just this one theft.
The case has sparked renewed debate over how high-value vehicles are protected after hours and whether current dealership security measures are keeping pace with increasingly bold and destructive theft tactics like ramming a vehicle through a showroom window.