BEDFORD—Following an investigation by the Bedford Police Department, a Jeffersonville man has been arrested and charged with auto theft and unauthorized entry of a motor vehicle.
Noah Slinkard, 23, was taken into custody on Wednesday, March 26, concerning the theft of a 2021 Kia Seltos and items from a separate vehicle.
According to an affidavit of probable cause filed by Detective Justin Dodd, the investigation began on March 23, 2025, when officers responded to a report of a stolen vehicle at a residence on 8th Street. The female victim reported that her black Kia Seltos was stolen from her driveway. She stated that the car was left unlocked with the keys inside and contained personal items, including a Michael Kors purse and wallet, a car seat, a stroller, and children’s clothing and toys.
A male also at the residence reported that his 2007 Chevrolet Silverado had been rummaged through, and several items were missing, including a salamander heater, a Hart socket set, Kenwood speakers, and a Hyper Tough wrench set.
During the investigation, the female informed detectives that she had learned through social media that Noah Slinkard had her stolen vehicle and was heading to some apartments on K Street in Bedford. Officers subsequently located and stopped the car, arresting Slinkard.
In a recorded interview with Detectives Dodd and Brent Thompkins, Slinkard claimed that he had borrowed the vehicle from a male friend, who told him it was a rental car. However, detectives noted inconsistencies in Slinkard’s story, including that the vehicle was not a rental and his travel route did not align with his claims. Slinkard also admitted knowing the vehicle was stolen due to social media inquiries and implicated the male friend in other thefts, including a stolen Harley Davidson.
Slinkard was taken into custody and transported to the Lawrence County Jail. The investigation is ongoing.
Those facing criminal charges are considered innocent unless convicted through due legal proceedings. Accusations alone do not imply guilt; the judicial system will evaluate the presented evidence to reach a verdict.
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