Chapter V: The Final Arrest
"Ignorance of the law is no excuse, Mrs. Vance," Commander Davis said, signaling the officers behind him. "Under State Penal Code Section 487, attempted grand vehicle theft and falsifying civil seizure warrants carry immediate felony indictments."
Two patrol officers stepped forward, catching Hunter’s arms and snapping steel handcuffs around his wrists.
"Mom! Do something! You told me this car was free for the taking!" Hunter cried in total humiliation as he was led toward the squad car.
Commander Davis then turned to Brenda, securing her wrists in cuffs as neighbors gathered along the sidewalks, watching their tyrannical HOA president break down into tears of disgrace.
Marcus calmly walked over to his green Mustang, ran a hand over the immaculate hood, and pocketed his keys with a quiet smile.
With the corrupt board dismantled and the street protected, peace was once again restored to Oakridge.