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Vehicle thefts in the Mira-Bhayander-Vasai-Virar (MBVV) region have surged, with 200 cases reported in 2023. In the first eight months of 2024, theft incidents have skyrocketed to at least 310, reflecting a concerning trend for local authorities.
Car theft incidents witnesses an inclining trend in Mira-Bhayander-Vasai-Virar region.
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Mumbai: Vehicle thefts have surged dramatically in the Mira-Bhayander-Vasai-Virar (MBVV) region, with police reports indicating a significant uptick compared to last year. Official statistics reveal that there were 200 reported cases of car and bike thefts in 2023. However, in just the first eight months of 2024, that number has already skyrocketed to at least 310 incidents.
As per Hindustan Times, authorities attribute this alarming rise to several factors. A police officer explained that the high demand for inexpensive vehicles in rural areas plays a critical role, as stolen vehicles can be sold there with little to no documentation. Compounding the issue is the lack of designated parking spaces, which, combined with increasingly sophisticated methods used by thieves and the involvement of interstate crime syndicates, has made vehicle theft easier than ever.
300 locations identified to combat illegal parking
In response to these growing concerns, the MBVV traffic police identified 300 locations last September to launch a project aimed at combating illegal parking. However, a year later, this initiative has yet to be implemented, primarily due to civic bodies’ failure to install the necessary signage.
Local residents have long expressed frustration over the scarcity of parking spaces on internal roads, calling on the government to create official parking areas. One concerned citizen voiced their dissatisfaction, stating, “Without these spaces, cars and bikes are left in remote lanes and bylanes, making them more susceptible to theft,” as per the same HT report.
Use of barcodes to unlock the car
Furthermore, police officers have pointed out that car thieves are continually improving their skills, putting even high-tech vehicles at risk. Many of these cars are equipped with advanced safety features, including keyless entry systems that utilize barcodes embedded in the windshield. Thieves have found ways to exploit this technology by scanning the barcodes and sharing the codes internationally, granting them the ability to unlock cars and access them remotely.
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