Kyle Police arrest teens for stolen vehicles, firearms and fraud

A routine traffic stop resulted in the arrest of three teen suspects and the recovery of stolen firearms, stolen vehicles, and fraud-related property.

During the stop on Wednesday, Dec. 31, the suspects admitted to involvement in multiple criminal offenses, including the theft of firearms and the theft of multiple vehicles in the Spicewood area on the night of Tuesday, Dec. 30.

As the investigation continued, officers recovered a significant amount of stolen and fraudulent property, including 14 stolen credit cards, three stolen checks, and two driver’s licenses, associated with a total of five victims. Officers also located multiple alcohol bottles, and a distributable amount of THC vape pens inside the vehicle.

The suspects were identified as Nathaniel Montalvo, 18, of Kyle, Eduardo De Jesus Ramirez, 17, of Austin, and Jorge Sanchez, 17, of Manor.

Montalvo was charged with Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity, two counts of Possession of a Controlled Substance, Fraudulent Use or Possession of Identifying Information, Credit Card or Debit Card Abuse, Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon, and Evading Arrest or Detention.

Sanchez was charged with Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity, Manufacture or Delivery of a Controlled Substance, Fraudulent Use or Possession of Identifying Information, Credit Card or Debit Card Abuse, Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon, and Prohibited Weapon.

De Jesus Ramirez was charged Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity, Credit Card or Debit Card Abuse, Fraudulent Use or Possession of Identifying Information, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon.

Kyle Police are assisting the Travis County Sheriff’s Office in their investigation into the incidents that occurred in Spicewood.

Community members are encouraged to take proactive steps to reduce criminal activity, including locking doors, removing valuables, securing firearms, and reporting suspicious activity immediately. These actions help protect property, reduce opportunities for crime, and keep the community safer.