Back in September, the mayor of Louisville, Kentucky stood before news cameras arguing that since other places crush cars used in street takeovers and racing, his state should do the same. Since then, a group of lawmakers has reportedly begun working toward exactly that.
Crushing seized vehicles is meant to send a stark deterrent message to participants. Whether the proposed approach gains traction remains to be seen, but it reflects growing frustration with takeovers and a willingness to pursue dramatic measures to stop them.