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Tips to Prevent Vehicle Theft

What to do first if your car is stolen

Texarkana Arkansas Police want to remind you that vehicle theft is a growing concern all across the country, but there are ways to protect yourself and your vehicle.

Did you know that there were 318.7 vehicle thefts per 100,000 people in 2023? According to FBI statistics 2019 to 2023 the top types of vehicles stolen were automobiles at 78.1 percent, followed by trucks at 12.2 percent, and other motor vehicles at 8.0 percent.

Kia and Hyundai vehicles had the highest theft rates in 2023.

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Having your car or truck stolen is a nightmare you do not want to experience. Sure you have insurance but the time and heartache of replacing your vehicle is something nobody wants. Insurance alone can not protect you, you must be proactive. The harder you make it for criminals to steal your car the better.

What Should You Do If Your Vehicle is Stolen?

The moment you realize your vehicle is stolen you need to call the police and make a report as soon as possible.

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iii.org stated that in 2023, if you reported your vehicle was missing in the first 24 hours, you had a 34% chance of authorities recovering it on the same day. Even better is the fact that the report said more than 85% of stolen vehicles that year were recovered.

There are some easy steps to protecting your vehicle. The best way to protect yourself and your vehicle is to be proactive. Below are some great tips the Texarkana Arkansas Police Department shared on their Facebook page.

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