New Car Theft Methods Leave Wisconsin Drivers On Edge

Criminals are very sneaky, and they are always looking for new ways to pull off a crime, and the police in Wisconsin are warning residents about a new scam car thieves are using to steal vehicles.

Car Thieves Have A Brand New Way To Steal Vehicles From Wisconsin Residents

It's a shame that you can never let your guard down when it comes to criminals. They might get stopped one way, but give them a little time, and they'll come up with a different method to try to rip you off. It's sad because you work hard for everything you have, and then some thief takes the easy way out to just steal it.

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According to CBS New 58 Milwaukee...

Car thieves are getting more advanced -- no broken windows, no hotwiring. Police say criminals are now hacking key fobs to steal cars in minutes.

 

Do you remember a few months ago when cars from Kia and Hyundai were getting stolen like crazy? It came up as a viral challenge on social media, and it was so easy to pull off. The car manufacturers had to come up with a quick way to stop the problem. Once again, it didn't take long for car thieves to come up with a new way to steal vehicles.

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There has been a crime wave of stolen vehicles in Wisconsin, and local police are warning residents on how to protect themselves. The criminals are now hacking key fobs. It's such an easy way to steal cars. The officers suggest that owners leave their key fobs in Faraday pouches, so the thieves can't hack them. It seems like a pain, but if it helps, then it's worth it.