Body shop repair dispute ends with 2 arrests after car vanishes, police say EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — An investigation by the El Paso Police Department’s Auto Theft Task Force has resulted in the arrest of two individuals connected to a reported vehicle theft and fraud case involving a local body shop. According to officials, the investigation began after a victim reported paying several thousand dollars for vehicle repair and paint services. The victim had been referred to the business by an acquaintance and was repeatedly assured that the work was nearing completion. However, when the victim was shown the vehicle, it remained unfinished. After making multiple attempts to retrieve the vehicle, the victim discovered that the business had vacated its location on Dyer Street. Communication from the business ceased, and the vehicle was never returned, officials said. RECOMMENDED: El Paso man accused of cartel-linked threats after DWI arrest, deputies say Authorities, with assistance from the Texas Department of Public Safety, identified and arrested Emmanuel Cervantes, 42, and Gema Fernanda Garcia, 23, in connection with the case. Cervantes faces multiple charges, including: - Deceptive business practices with a previous conviction (bond set at $15,000) - Insurance fraud involving amounts between $150,000 and $300,000 (bond set at $75,000) - Failure to identify as a fugitive and providing false information (bond set at $500) - Theft of property valued between $2,500 and $30,000 (bond set at $5,000) Garcia has been charged with theft of property in the same value range, with bond set at $3,500. All cases are being overseen by local judges, and the investigation remains ongoing as authorities continue to gather information. Cervantes was previously arrested last year for allegedly using a vehicle he was supposed to be repairing. Police urge anyone who may have had similar experiences with the