6 Oct 2026, Tue

FBI Data Shows National Car Theft Surged 20% In 2022

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The FBI’s annual crime report revealed that vehicle theft nationwide climbed 20% compared to 2021. While that figure alone is striking, it represents a national average, meaning some areas experienced even sharper increases.

The data confirms what many communities have felt firsthand amid a wave of auto theft. The sharp rise underscores the scale of a problem that continues to challenge law enforcement and frustrate vehicle owners across the country.

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