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Pinky Cole, founder of Slutty Vegan, had her luxury Bentley Bentayga stolen in broad daylight outside her newly opened restaurant, Voagies. The incident occurred shortly after the restaurant’s grand opening, as three men on scooters quickly stole the running vehicle while her husband stepped out to greet patrons. The theft has raised safety concerns in the area, and the Atlanta Police Department is investigating while urging the public to report any sightings of the stolen car.
Atlanta, Georgia – Pinky Cole, the founder of the popular hamburger chain Slutty Vegan, reported that her luxury SUV, a black Bentley Bentayga, was stolen in broad daylight outside her newly opened restaurant, Voagies. The incident occurred shortly after the restaurant’s grand opening on Saturday, with the theft taking place around 6 p.m. on the following day.
According to Cole, the theft occurred while customers were lined up to place their orders. Three men approached the parked vehicle on electric scooters, quickly jumped inside, and drove away. At the time of the incident, Cole’s husband was driving the SUV but had stepped out to greet patrons moments before the theft occurred. The vehicle was running, and the keys were left inside when the theft took place.
Witnesses reported seeing the suspects flee the scene, and Cole shared a video of the incident on her Instagram account, urging her followers to keep an eye out for the stolen vehicle. The theft has attracted significant attention, highlighting concerns over vehicle safety in the area.
In the aftermath of the incident, Cole received tips and leads from her followers regarding the stolen Bentley. One such tip included a video showing parts that had been stripped from her vehicle after the heist. Police have since indicated they received information about the car being spotted at an auto shop on Howell Mill Road.
While some personal items associated with Cole were recovered, such as her passport and wallet, other belongings including her laptop and a backpack remain missing. Cole has expressed her belief that the theft was not targeted and that the thieves were likely motivated by the intention to resell the vehicle.
Cole has publicly encouraged the thieves to return the car anonymously, indicating that the heightened attention surrounding the case could deter them from keeping the vehicle. The Atlanta Police Department is actively investigating the theft and has issued a BOLO (Be On the Look Out) alert for the Bentley, urging the public to report any sightings.
Coincidentally, on the same day as the theft, the Horry County Sheriff’s Office reported an unrelated shooting that injured nearly a dozen individuals, drawing further public concern regarding safety within the community.
Despite the challenges presented by the theft, Cole has expressed her gratitude for the support she received from her social media followers. She remains committed to her entrepreneurial journey, advocating for resilience and determination in the face of adversity. The stolen Bentley had just been returned from the mechanic a day before the theft occurred, further deepening Cole’s disappointment over the unfortunate incident.
As the investigation continues, authorities are working to track down the individuals responsible for the theft, and community members are encouraged to stay vigilant in reporting suspicious activities in the area.
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