vehicle thefts
Coverage of vehicle thefts in the Nexus archive.
- Charlotte crime drops 16% as CMPD reports fewer offenses
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department reported a 16% decline in overall crime for the first half of 2026 compared to 2025, with violent crime down 8% and property crimes down 17%. Homicides increased by 3%, but other violent crimes like aggravated assaults, rapes, and robberies saw reductions. Police Chief Estella D. Patterson attributed the decline to proactive policing and community collaboration.
- Man charged for multiple vehicle thefts in Kingston over 5-day period
Luke Heiser, 24, was arrested by the City of Kingston Police Department for multiple vehicle thefts that occurred over a five-day period. He faces multiple felony charges related to the crimes.
- 19-year-old arrested for vehicle thefts in Hyderabad, 14 motorcycles recovered
A 19-year-old was arrested in Hyderabad for vehicle thefts. Fourteen motorcycles were recovered in the case.
- Labour's crackdown on keyless car crime: New law makes it illegal to carry gadgets used in three in five vehicle thefts
The UK Labour Party has introduced a new law to combat keyless car crime by making it illegal to carry devices used in three in five vehicle thefts. The legislation targets gadgets that facilitate unauthorized access to vehicles equipped with keyless entry systems.