A three-month investigation by Fraud Unit detectives with the assistance of Midtown Hills Precinct CFIT detectives into All Star Recycling, 406 Craighead Street, knowingly buying/selling stolen scrap metal, including catalytic converters, copper wire, and even shopping carts, resulted in today’s arrest of manager Ying Bin Chen, 52. His sister, Annie Chen, 48, is the business owner. She was interviewed today but no charges have been placed against her at present. The investigation, led by Detective Jonathan Shepherd, is ongoing.
The investigation began after Madison Precinct and Berry Hill Police detectives notified MNPD’s Fraud Unit about separate cases involving the alleged fencing of stolen wire linked to the scrap yard.
Detectives this morning entered All Star Recycling and seized items valued at approximately $250,000 dollars.
“From construction sites to Nashville Electric Service substations and retail/grocery stores to personal vehicles, today’s investigation should greatly reduce the market for stolen wire and catalytic converters,” Chief John Drake said.
Yin Bin Chen is charged with conspiracy to commit theft of property. He is free on $5,000 bond.
Kroger, Lowes, and Home Depot loss prevention personnel assisted in the investigation.
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