Bowling Green, August 13, 2025
News Summary
A 20-year-old man from Michigan, Daedrin Cook, has been arrested by Bowling Green Police for stealing two Corvette ZR1 vehicles from the General Motors Bowling Green Assembly Plant. Witness reports led to a police pursuit, resulting in Cook’s capture after one vehicle was stopped. The second Corvette was later found in Martin County, Indiana. Cook faces several charges including first-degree fleeing from police and theft. This incident raises security concerns at the plant as it marks the second sting involving Corvette thefts in a year.
Bowling Green – A 20-year-old man from Michigan, identified as Daedrin Cook, has been arrested by Bowling Green Police for his alleged involvement in the theft of two Corvette ZR1 vehicles from the General Motors Bowling Green Assembly Plant. The incident transpired on August 8, 2025, and Cook now faces multiple charges related to driving a stolen vehicle.
The Warren County Sheriff’s Office received a report of the stolen Corvettes around 10:50 p.m. on Friday night, prompting a swift response from law enforcement. Witness reports indicated that two Corvettes were spotted traveling covered in white plastic, raising suspicions among authorities.
Bowling Green Police engaged in a pursuit of the stolen vehicles, utilizing stop sticks in an attempt to halt their progress. One Corvette was successfully stopped in a parking garage at Western Kentucky University, where Cook exited the vehicle and attempted to flee on foot. He was apprehended shortly after. However, the second Corvette initially evaded capture and fled the scene.
Following a thorough search, the second stolen Corvette was later found in Martin County, Indiana. The driver of this vehicle managed to escape law enforcement and remains at large. Neither of the stolen Corvettes sustained damage during the theft, although the one recovered in Bowling Green did hit a spike strip during the police pursuit.
Daedrin Cook has been charged with first-degree fleeing or evading police in a motor vehicle, first-degree wanton endangerment, and theft by unlawful taking or disposition of an automobile worth between $10,000 and $1 million. Following his arrest, Cook was booked into the Warren County Regional Jail around 3:45 a.m. on Saturday.
This incident marks the second Corvette theft from the Bowling Green plant within a single year, raising concerns over security measures at the facility. The Bowling Green Police Department has indicated that the investigation is ongoing and that additional charges could be forthcoming as more information becomes available.
Authorities are continuing to review surveillance footage and conduct interviews to track down the individual who escaped with the second Corvette.
Background Context
The Bowling Green Assembly Plant is known for manufacturing the Chevrolet Corvette, a high-performance sports car. The model is beloved by enthusiasts and collectors alike, with the ZR1 variant representing some of the highest tiers of quality and performance within the Corvette lineup. Incidents of theft related to valuable vehicles such as the Corvette raise significant challenges for both law enforcement and manufacturers.
FAQ
What happened in Bowling Green?
Two Corvette ZR1s were stolen from the General Motors Bowling Green Assembly Plant by a man named Daedrin Cook, who has since been arrested.
What charges is Daedrin Cook facing?
Daedrin Cook faces charges including first-degree fleeing or evading police in a motor vehicle, first-degree wanton endangerment, and theft related to the stolen vehicles.
Where were the stolen Corvettes found?
One stolen Corvette was successfully stopped in a parking garage at Western Kentucky University, while the second was later found in Martin County, Indiana.
What happened during the police pursuit?
Diverse measures were taken by the Bowling Green Police to intercept the stolen vehicles, including deploying stop sticks. The pursuit resulted in the stop of one vehicle, while the driver of the other Corvette fled and remains at large.
Are there any damages to the stolen Corvettes?
Neither of the Corvettes was reported as damaged during the theft, although the recovered vehicle hit a spike strip during the chase.
Key Features of the Incident
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Incident Date | August 8, 2025 |
| Arrested Individual | Daedrin Cook, 20 years old |
| Charges | First-degree fleeing, wanton endangerment, theft |
| Stolen Vehicles | Two Chevrolet Corvette ZR1s |
| Locations | Bowling Green Assembly Plant, Western Kentucky University, Martin County, Indiana |
| Status of Vehicles | One recovered, one still at large |
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Additional Resources
- WLKY News
- WBKO News
- Road & Track
- GM Authority
- Corvette Blogger
- Wikipedia: Chevrolet Corvette
- Google Search: Bowling Green Corvette theft
- Google Scholar: Corvette theft
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Corvette
- Google News: Corvette theft
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