Woman grabs keys and steals car from tax office in Montgomery County

Picture this: You finish a long day at work, then realize your car – and its keys – are gone. Officials say that’s exactly what happened to an employee at a tax agency in Montgomery County on Monday.

The theft continues

At around 6 p.m., after meeting with a customer, the employee discovered that his keys, which were on a desk, had disappeared along with the car. The victim had a tracking device on the vehicle and immediately called the police.

Suspect caught red-handed

Deputies with Montgomery County’s PCt. 4 Constable’s Office located the car near FM 1485 and Baptist Encampment Road. When they arrived, they found the driver: 32-year-old Amber Carter of New Caney.

Carter, no stranger to trouble, was immediately arrested. Authorities believe she has a history of theft and drug-related activities.

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Law enforcement responds

“She knows the consequences of her actions,” said Constable Kenneth “Rowdy” Hayden. “Thanks to the victim’s quick thinking and our deputies’ quick response, we were able to recover the vehicle and close the case.”

It’s a reminder to stay vigilant and take steps to protect your belongings – especially during the busy holiday season.