As Technology Advances, so Does the Probability of
Your Car Being Broken Into
Breaking into cars is a crime that doesn’t seem to diminish;
and the more advanced the world becomes with technology, the easier it is
becoming for thieves!
The National Insurance Crime Bureau has been investigating
new technology that allows thieves to break into cars without a scratch nor
suspicion. The device is a two-piece device; one that picks up the key fob
signal and the other that the thief uses to get into the car. Investigators are
saying this device originates in Europe and has found its way into the United
States.
The way the device works is quite simple. The victim exits
their car, locks the doors with their key fob; oblivious to the idea that a thief
could be on the prowl. Thieves use a machine
that intercepts the RF (radio frequency) signal from the victim’s key fob. The thief watches the victim as they exit and
complete the process of locking their doors behind them, and boom, they have the
vehicle’s RF signal code to not only unlock the vehicle, but on some models
even drive off with the vehicle.
Experts have tested different vehicles and have successfully
been able to access at least 17 different makes and models. This technology is making way into the United
States and into the hands of thieves. No scratches, marks, or any evidence left
behind.
There will always be car thieves as long as there are cars
on the road, however you can make it more difficult for them to steal your
vehicle.
Here are some tips to
consider:
·
Be aware of your surroundings, if you see
someone suspicious near, drive away, find another parking spot closer to
wherever it is you are going.
·
Don’t leave valuables in plain sight
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If you have something of value, place it in the
trunk. Even an empty backpack is a
target for thieves.
·
Car chargers and auxiliary cords are what
thieves look for before breaking into a vehicle, so put them in the glovebox
