The Houston Police Department has released new data revealing the most targeted vehicles by thieves this year.
"It’s a problem, but it’s a preventable problem," said Sgt. Tracy Hicks from HPD’s Auto Theft Crime Task Force.In 2022, there were almost 18,000 vehicles reported to HPD as stolen within Houston city limits. According to their most recent data, roughly 53 cars are stolen per day on average in Houston.
"We as citizens, we have to harden our targets," said Sgt. Hicks. "We have to make it tougher for [criminals]. Just make it tougher with layers of protection." Historically, trucks are the taken the most by thieves in Houston. However, in April there was a new trend. According to Houston Police, two Hyundai car models appeared in the top five most stolen vehicles in April. In addition, the Kia Optima and Soul were in the top 10.
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