Let me clarify, when I say "GM over-reacted", I wasn't condoning the open-publicizing, and yes, it is GM property. I am going out on a limb and offer (2) PERHAPS outrageous strategies:
(a) GM intentionally let it leak to view public reaction, and if negative, CRY FOUL
Same scenario, positive feedback, GM is a GOD - NO FOUL CRIED
(b) The 5th gen Camaro proto-type design wasn't complete or ready for print, and it
was prematurely released by guilty party.
Is it worth criminal prosecution? I think not, but it is unethical and immoral to steal, and my analytical mind raises the question: "What was to be gained by exposing this picture, and who would benefit or lose as a result of this release?"
Kinda makes you wonder, and hence my explanation in the event my initial response was misinterpreted!