San Jose Police Warn Public of Car Theft Trend

To protect your vehicle, the police recommend taking measures such as installing a GPS tracking device.
San Jose Police Warn Public of Car Theft Trend
Cars travel along Interstate 80 in Berkeley, Calif., on Jan. 16, 2024. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images
Ilene Eng
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In Silicon Valley, criminals are stealing vehicles using advanced technology and using them to commit more serious crimes.

According to the San Jose Police Department (SJPD), law enforcement officers have seen a trend of “thieves using new devices to bypass the ignition systems of keyless entry vehicles.” The criminals can then drive off with the car, truck, or SUV without a physical key, making almost any vehicle susceptible to hijacking.
Ilene Eng
Ilene Eng
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Ilene is a reporter based in the San Francisco Bay Area covering Northern California news.
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