Nope, but it is sometimes how police respond to tips where they can quickly snatch up some sweet, sweet immediate cash for that "confiscated proceeds of crime"

Nope, but it is sometimes how police respond to tips where they can quickly snatch up some sweet, sweet immediate cash for that "confiscated proceeds of crime" trove that many departments have. It's a win-win overall: look like you're actually being tough on crime while getting away with theft. A quick look at the long history of asset forfeiture laws in the U.S is loaded with related examples. I assure you that they almost universally wouldn't be so pro-active if you complained about your stolen car.