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Police warn of a rise in Hyundai and Kia thefts

Dec 8, 2024, 4:30 PM

A line of 2022 Santa Fe SUV's sit outside a Hyundai dealership Sunday, Sept. 12, 2021, in Littleton...

FILE - A line of 2022 Santa Fe SUV's sit outside a Hyundai dealership Sunday, Sept. 12, 2021, in Littleton, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)
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SALT LAKE CITY —  The Salt Lake City Police Department said there have been several thefts or attempted thefts of Hyundai and Kia vehicles.

According to a press release, the SLCPD’s Crime Intel and Analysis Unit (CIAU) found a spike in the crimes. Many were in the Rose Park area.

SLCPD recorded 13 reports of crimes involving Kia or Hyundai cars between Nov. 23 and Dec. 6. However police have limited information anyone suspected of being involved. 

According to police, the crimes usually take place overnight between 4 and 7 a.m.

Police said suspects smash windows, damage steering columns and ignitions or steal cars with key fobs stuck inside.

Many of the investigations are ongoing.

Reminders for Kia or Hyundai owners

Police said there are actions drivers should take to avoid car thefts.

According to the release, people should never leaving a running car unattended.  Although the remote start feature immobilizes a car it does not stop a crime from happening. Suspects can still break into the car and cause significant damage.

Additionally, criminals have the skills and technology to clone key fobs says police. Drivers should never leave keys and key fobs in their vehicle.

Suspicious activity should be reported to police.

Amie Schaeffer is a digital content producer for KSL NewsRadio. Follow her on X.

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Police warn of a rise in Hyundai and Kia thefts