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Man arrested after being caught with car stolen from Detroit Lions star Calvin Johnson

A 31-year-old man is facing felony charges after he was caught working on a stolen car that belonged to former Detroit Lions star Calvin Johnson.

Darnell Eddie Smith, of Detroit, is charged with operating a chop shop and receiving and concealing stolen property over $20,000, according to Wayne County authorities.

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Johnson, one of the best wide receivers in Lions history, reported his car stolen Sept.