Vintage car stolen from Imperial Beach neighborhood

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) -- The San Diego County Sheriff’s Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect who stole a vintage car from an Imperial Beach neighborhood last week.

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According to the Imperial Beach Sheriff’s Substation, the theft happened around 2 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 21, in the 500 block of Calle Avenue. Detectives say the suspect stole a red 1960 Chevrolet Impala with California license plate JCL527, which had been parked on the street.

Home surveillance footage captured the suspect pushing the classic car away from the location. The individual appears to be wearing a dark-colored hooded sweater, dark pants and white shoes, authorities said.

While investigators note that the quality of the surveillance image is poor, they hope someone who was in the area that night may recognize the suspect or have additional information that could help recover the stolen vehicle.

Anyone with information about the theft, the suspect’s identity or the car’s location is encouraged to contact the Imperial Beach Sheriff’s Substation at 619-498-2400. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through San Diego County Crime Stoppers.