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Times change, thieves change: now they steal batteries

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Briefings

A recent article reports that modern thefts have shifted toward battery theft, noting that these crimes are more profitable than traditional catalytic converter thefts and do not require a jump starter. The text states that the rise of electric vehicles has created a new avenue for criminal activity, though it does not specify the number of incidents or the geographic scope of this trend.

Key points

• Modern thefts have shifted toward battery theft, which is more profitable than traditional catalytic converter thefts.
• The new type of theft does not require a jump starter.

Context

The article highlights a shift in criminal activity patterns due to the transition to electric vehicles, noting that battery theft offers higher returns than older methods.

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