A car was stolen but returned with an apology letter and cash.

Car thief

Car thief

Erin Hatzi has admitted she panicked when she woke to find her vehicle was not where she left it, and was left puzzled when the red Subaru mysteriously returned the next day with $30 to fill up the petrol tank and an explanation, according to the Mirror Online.

The letter read: ''Hello, So sorry I stole your car.

''I sent my friend with my key to pick up my red Subaru at 7802 SE Woodstock and she came back with your car.

''I did not see the car until this morning and I said, 'That is not my car.'

''There is some cash for gas and I more than apologize for the shock and upset this must have caused you.

''So so sorry for this mistake.''