Car thieves strike every 25.3 seconds! Does your city rank highly for theft?

CHECK OUT THESE AUTO THEFT STATISTICS:

Federal Bureau of Investigation
Statistics (2002):

• 1.2 million vehicles reported stolen in 2002; up 1.4% from 2001
• Average value per vehicle was approximately $6,701 at time of theft
• Estimated total value of vehicles stolen nationwide is $8.4 billion
• In U.S., one vehicle stolen every 25.3 seconds

National Insurance Crime Bureau Statistics:

2002 Top 10 Stolen Vehicles in U.S.

1. Toyota Camry
2. Honda Accord
3. Honda Civic
4. Chevrolet Full Size C/K Pickup
5. Ford Full Size Pickup (150/250/350)
6. Jeep Cherokee/Grand Cherokee
7. Oldsmobile Cutlass/Supreme/Ciera
8. Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan
9. Ford Taurus
10. Toyota Corolla

• Thieves choose these automobiles because there is a vast black market for stolen parts that promises huge profit potential when the cars are stripped down to their components.
• Nearly 40% of all auto thefts occur in or near ports or border communities
• Popularity of mini vans, pickups, trucks, and sport utility vehicles is making them an increasingly attractive target for thieves
• Auto theft is the costliest property crime in the U.S., adding up to more than $8.4 billion annually

The 10 metropolitan areas with highest level of vehicle theft rates (2003)

1. Phoenix-Mesa, AZ
2. Fresno, CA
3. Modesto, CA
4. Stockton-Lodi, CA
5. Las Vegas, NV
6. Miami, FL
7. Sacramento, CA
8. Oakland, CA
9. Seattle-Bellevue-Everett, WA
10. Tacoma, WA

CONSTRUCTION THEFT
Heavy construction equipment is the latest target for thieves. According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau, close to $1 billion a year is lost nationwide due to the theft of construction equipment and tools.

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