6 cars stolen from Hertz by gang of thieves; they rammed security vehicle to get them out

Authorities in SeaTac, Washington, are searching for seven suspects in a brazen car heist at a Hertz rental car facility Thursday afternoon.

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Investigators with the Kings County Sheriff’s Office said the suspects sneaked onto the grounds of the rental agency around 3:30 p.m.

One person stole a Ford Expedition and rammed a security vehicle that was blocking an exit, clearing the way for the other suspects to escape in stolen cars.

A security guard suffered minor injuries in the incident.

A total of six cars were stolen from the lot.

Two of the vehicles were recovered later Thursday afternoon.

An investigation is underway.

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