Volusia, Florida – A bizarre incident occurred yesterday at Bicentennial Park when a BMW convertible was left unlocked with the keys in a closed cupholder. While the owner walked his dog, the car was taken.

Minutes later, the BMW crashed at Old Dixie Highway and Plantation Oaks Boulevard. Witnesses helped the driver out of the wrecked vehicle and reported he had been moving at speeds over 100 mph.

The driver, 36-year-old Calvin Curtis Johnson, insisted he did not steal the car but teleported into it. Johnson is being treated at a local hospital and will be transported to the Volusia County Branch Jail to face charges of grand theft of a motor vehicle and driving with a suspended license.

Authorities reminded the public to always lock their vehicles, even when enjoying parks.

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