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Find the latest news across the United States on security for key control, thefts, and more.
1Micro Prevents $1,000,000 Dealership Theft Attempt
A 1Micro customer recently shared their experience of an attempted break-in at their dealership.
Rhode Island Theft Ring Busted: High-End Vehicle Scheme Stopped in Multi-State Investigation
A luxury car theft ring spanning multiple states in the Northeast was dismantled following the arrest of four Rhode Island men accused of stealing around $5 million worth of high-end vehicles.
The Tallied Costs of Not Implementing an Electronic Key Management System: A Case Study of Tuscumbia Multiple Dealership Theft Incidents
A car dealership in Tuscumbia, Alabama, faced two significant theft incidents in August and September 2024, resulting in the loss of vehicles valued at $366,320.
The Thefts of Corvettes in Joliet: A Wake-Up Call for Car Dealership Security
A recent theft at a Joliet, Illinois dealership, where three Corvettes were stolen, highlights the vulnerabilities in car dealership security. The thieves managed to obtain clean copies of the keys, raising concerns about inadequate key management.
Children Recruited for Dealership Thefts - How Theft Ring Leaders Are Exploiting Legal Loopholes
A case in Montgomery County, Maryland, highlights how organized theft rings are exploiting legal loopholes by using minors in their crimes. A 12-year-old was involved in breaking into luxury car dealerships to steal vehicles but cannot be prosecuted due to age-related legal protections.
Securing Your Assets: $70,000 Corvette Stolen from Illinois Dealership
A recent theft at a Chevrolet dealership in Pekin, Illinois, where a $70,000 Corvette Z06 was stolen, underscores the importance of robust security measures and effective key management systems.
The Expensive Consequences of Storing Keys in a Filing Cabinet: Almost $300,000 worth of Hellcat’s Stolen
A recent theft at a Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram dealership in Alliance, Ohio, highlights the costly consequences of storing vehicle keys in a filing cabinet. Thieves stole three Dodge Challenger Hellcats, valued at nearly $270,000.
The Need for Security: Tuscumbia Dealership Loses Over $200,000 in Vehicles and Cash
A Chevrolet dealership in Tuscumbia, Alabama, recently suffered over $200,000 in losses after thieves stole three high-value vehicles and $800 in cash by exploiting weak key security. A solution like the iSafe Pro 6.0 could have deterred the theft.
The Cost of Inadequate Key Management: A Case Study from Waterford, PA
Thieves stole two high-value vehicles, including a 2023 Dodge Challenger, by exploiting unsecured key fobs, leading to significant financial losses and operational disruption.
The Domino Effect of Negligence: A Cautionary Tale of a Stolen Vehicle
A couple in Poland, Ohio purchased a 2020 Chevy Suburban from a dealership near Cleveland, only to discover it was stolen from a Florida rental company.