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Bugatti Boss's Keys Left In Chiron: Stolen Across Borders!
29 Oct
Summary
- A Bugatti Chiron was stolen from company premises with keys left inside.
- The hypercar was tracked using live telemetry and recovered in Austria.
- Mate Rimac opted not to press charges, citing sympathy for the suspect.
A Bugatti Chiron, belonging to hypercar magnate Mate Rimac, was recently stolen from company premises in Croatia. The theft occurred because keys were left inside the vehicle, a practice Rimac has since abandoned. An employee noticed the car being driven away by an unknown individual, leading to the swift alert of authorities.
The stolen hypercar's journey quickly escalated into an international incident. Reports indicate the Bugatti traversed through Slovenia before its recovery in Austria. During the pursuit, Rimac's team utilized live telemetry data from the Chiron, sharing its location, speed, and fuel status with law enforcement.
The chase concluded in Austria, with police intercepting the vehicle. Rimac confirmed the car's recovery and shared that he decided against pressing charges, stating he felt pity for the suspect. The individual involved has reportedly admitted to the theft and will face legal proceedings. This incident has prompted a policy change regarding key management at the factory.
