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Puka Nacua’s Brother Arrested for Taking Laker Star’s SUV

Samson Nacua and Trey Rose were arrested after valeting and entering the SUV of Lakers forward Adou Thiero without consent, both charged and held in custody.

  • On Saturday, December 13, deputies arrested two men after allegedly taking Los Angeles Lakers forward Adou Thiero's SUV, including Samson Nacua, brother of Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua.
  • Deputies were called to the One Hotel in West Hollywood after law enforcement tracked the SUV there and reviewed hotel security footage to identify suspects.
  • Authorities identified the suspects as 27-year-old Trey Rose and 27-year-old Samson Nacua, and both face a charge of taking a vehicle without the owner's consent while remaining behind bars.
  • Following the arrests, Puka Nacua has faced severe criticism, adding to earlier rebukes from Sean McVay and scrutiny over locker-room livestreaming risking NFL fines and policy violations.
  • Officials say it remains unclear about the uncertain facts and attorney status unknown, while conflicting report described Adou Thiero’s SUV as belonging to LASD.
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NBC LA broke the news in Los Angeles, United States on Wednesday, December 17, 2025.
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