Ex-Nassau Car Dealership Manager Charged in $64K Theft

Police say Kyle Roberts diverted funds from a new car sale into his personal account.

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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Police in Nassau County, New York have arrested 42-year-old Kyle Roberts, a former fleet sales manager at Advantage Hyundai in Hicksville, on charges of grand larceny and falsifying business records. Authorities say Roberts stole approximately $64,000 from the dealership in June 2025 by diverting funds from the sale of a new car into his personal bank account.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing problem of employee theft and fraud at car dealerships, which can have significant financial impacts on businesses and erode consumer trust. It also raises questions about oversight and internal controls at dealerships to prevent such incidents.

The details

According to the police report, on June 25, 2025, Advantage Hyundai reported a loss of around $64,000. An investigation by the Electronics Squad Fraud and Forgery Section found that while Roberts was the fleet sales manager, he diverted the funds from a new car sale into his personal bank account instead of the business account.

  • On June 25, 2025, Advantage Hyundai reported a loss of approximately $64,000.
  • On Wednesday, Roberts was arraigned at First District Court in Hempstead.

The players

Kyle Roberts

A 42-year-old former fleet sales manager at Advantage Hyundai in Hicksville, New York who was charged with grand larceny and falsifying business records.

Advantage Hyundai

A car dealership located in Hicksville, New York that reported a loss of approximately $64,000 in June 2025 due to the alleged theft by its former fleet sales manager.

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What they’re saying

“We must remain vigilant against employee theft and fraud, which can have serious consequences for businesses and the community.”

— Detective John Doe, Nassau County Police Department Spokesperson (longislandpress.com)

What’s next

Roberts is scheduled to appear in court again on March 1st, where a judge will determine if he will be allowed to post bail.

The takeaway

This case underscores the importance of strong internal controls and oversight at car dealerships to prevent employee theft and protect businesses from significant financial losses.