Obeid is the owner of Pure Performance, a body shop located on Windswept Lane in west Houston. He was taken into custody on March 31, 2026, after a multi-agency raid on his business.
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Arrest and Case Details
Location of Crime: The Houston Police Department (HPD) uncovered the operation at a warehouse in southwest Houston.
Alleged Scheme: Authorities claim Obeid was part of a multi-state ring that moved stolen luxury vehicles from California to Houston.
Fraudulent Liens: The ring allegedly used fraudulent mechanic's liens to claim tens of thousands of dollars in fake repairs (up to $63,000 per car) to illegally obtain titles for high-end vehicles.
Seized Assets: During the raid, police seized nine exotic vehicles—including several BMWs and a 2024 Mercedes-Benz—and approximately $47,000 in cash, with total assets valued at over $900,000.
Charges: Obeid has been charged with the third-degree felony of making a false statement to obtain credit.
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Obeid has since bonded out of jail and is scheduled to appear in court on April 20, 2026
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