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Car theft reaches record highs in Victoria, shows no signs of slowing

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Victorian crime data has shown stolen vehicle offences rose by more than 40 per cent last year, amid an epidemic of car theft.

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The Examiner

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One in five stolen cars targeted by new technology

Tech-savvy thieves target late models of a beloved motoring brand as one of Australia's largest police forces battles...

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The Border Mail

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Car theft reaches record highs in Victoria, shows no signs of slowing

Victorian crime data has shown stolen vehicle offences rose by more than 40 per cent last year, amid...

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wyndhamtv.com.au

Crime in Wyndham Surges 25% in 2024 as Police Call for Tougher Action

Crime in Wyndham Surges 25% in 2024 as Police Call for Tougher Action Police urge action as crime rises. Wyndham has recorded a sharp 25.4% increase in crime over the past year, with new figures showing a total of 17,819 criminal incidents reported in 2024, up from 14,215 the previous year. Advertisement …

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Car and number plate thefts soar

Car theft, shoplifting and stealing from vehicles headlined a soaring Greater Dandenong crime rate – up 11 per cent in 2024, according to the latest official Crime Statistics Agency data. Stealing from vehicles was the chief offence, with more than 2900 in 12 months – up 20 per cent. It has been identified as the fastest growing and most common crime across the state by Victoria Police. The most common thefts were number plates and power tools. …

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