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Upper West Side
fromYahoo News
2 hours ago

NYC Movie-Style Luxury Car Heist Unravels With McLaren Crash

A luxury car theft attempt in Manhattan failed dramatically, resulting in damaged vehicles and a chaotic scene.
Upper West Side
fromYahoo News
2 hours ago

NYC Movie-Style Luxury Car Heist Unravels With McLaren Crash

A luxury car theft attempt in Manhattan failed dramatically, resulting in damaged vehicles and a chaotic scene.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

6 charged in relation to violent carjackings, overseas vehicle resale ring: Peel police | CBC News

Peel police recovered $800,000 in stolen vehicles linked to an auto-theft ring selling them overseas, resulting in six arrests and multiple charges.
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago
New York City

Members of auto theft crew stole their first car in Flushing during ten-week crime spree: NYPD amNewYork

Upper West Side
fromYahoo News
2 hours ago

NYC Movie-Style Luxury Car Heist Unravels With McLaren Crash

A luxury car theft attempt in Manhattan failed dramatically, resulting in damaged vehicles and a chaotic scene.
Upper West Side
fromYahoo News
2 hours ago

NYC Movie-Style Luxury Car Heist Unravels With McLaren Crash

A luxury car theft attempt in Manhattan failed dramatically, resulting in damaged vehicles and a chaotic scene.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

6 charged in relation to violent carjackings, overseas vehicle resale ring: Peel police | CBC News

Peel police recovered $800,000 in stolen vehicles linked to an auto-theft ring selling them overseas, resulting in six arrests and multiple charges.
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago
New York City

Members of auto theft crew stole their first car in Flushing during ten-week crime spree: NYPD amNewYork

fromBoston.com
1 hour ago

Police car chases result in 8 deaths around US in less than a week

In 2023, a report from the Police Executive Research Forum called for police to put the brakes on car chases unless a violent crime has been committed and the suspect poses an imminent threat. The report noted a spike in fatalities and an increase in pursuits by some departments, including in Houston and New York City.
US news
London
fromwww.bbc.com
10 hours ago

Two men arrested after woman dies in two-car crash

A woman in her 30s was killed in a two-car collision in east London, leading to the arrest of two men for dangerous driving.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 hours ago

SIU investigating collision after man fled Toronto police traffic stop | CBC News

A police watchdog is investigating a collision in Etobicoke involving a man who fled a traffic stop and crashed into an SUV.
Privacy technologies
fromFortune
13 hours ago

Your neighbor just got a home security system, but should you be worried? 'It's inherently a little creepy' says surveillance expert | Fortune

Consumers are increasingly concerned about privacy and data control regarding home surveillance technology.
#autonomous-vehicles
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago
Toronto startup

Robotaxi companies refuse to say how often their AVs need remote help | TechCrunch

fromInfoQ
6 days ago
DevOps

Optimization in Automated Driving: From Complexity to Real-Time Engineering

European startups
fromTechCrunch
8 hours ago

TechCrunch Mobility: 'A stunning lack of transparency' | TechCrunch

Waymo's remote assistance issue reflects a broader lack of transparency in the autonomous vehicle industry regarding reliance on remote staff.
Toronto startup
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

Robotaxi companies refuse to say how often their AVs need remote help | TechCrunch

Senator Ed Markey's investigation reveals a lack of transparency in autonomous vehicle companies regarding their use of remote assistance operators.
DevOps
fromInfoQ
6 days ago

Optimization in Automated Driving: From Complexity to Real-Time Engineering

A production-grade AV stack is a distributed dataflow graph of components, optimized for resource management and real-time constraints.
#art-theft
France news
fromAxios
1 day ago

Priceless items are easy to steal. They're increasingly harder to sell.

Thieves stole three valuable paintings from a small Italian museum in a quick smash-and-grab operation.
Paris food
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago

It Took Thieves 3 Minutes to Steal $10 Million in Art. Here's Why Museum Heists Are Becoming More Common.

A well-planned heist resulted in the theft of three valuable paintings worth $10 million from the Magnani-Rocca Foundation in Italy.
France news
fromAxios
1 day ago

Priceless items are easy to steal. They're increasingly harder to sell.

Thieves stole three valuable paintings from a small Italian museum in a quick smash-and-grab operation.
Paris food
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago

It Took Thieves 3 Minutes to Steal $10 Million in Art. Here's Why Museum Heists Are Becoming More Common.

A well-planned heist resulted in the theft of three valuable paintings worth $10 million from the Magnani-Rocca Foundation in Italy.
#catalytic-converter-theft
California
fromInsideHook
1 day ago

California Cracks Down on Luxury Car Registration Loopholes

High auto insurance rates and taxes drive some citizens to creatively handle vehicle registration, often leading to ethically dubious practices.
fromFuturism
3 days ago

Delivery Robot Companies in Trouble as Bot Become Targets for Vandalism

Out of the company's first 80,000 deliveries the bots finished on campus, about 1,600 involved incidents of vandalism. At a cost of $2,500 per Kiwibot, the damage adds up quick.
London startup
Law
fromMoneywise
1 day ago

Towing scams are surging across the U.S. - and one NYC case shows just how brazen these companies have become

Clutch Towing in Brooklyn continues to operate despite a settlement for overcharging customers, leaving victims like Michael Medved with hefty fees.
London politics
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Woman brutally attacked by gang in latest hijacking spree as gardai warn of nationwide surge

There is deep concern regarding gang violence following a controversial court ruling in Dublin.
New York City
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Queens police seek two in Jamaica Ave robbery

A 25-year-old man was robbed and assaulted in Queens, with two suspects still at large as police seek public assistance.
Cars
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Dozens of Robotaxis In China Stop Dead in the Middle of Roads and Highways, Causing Crashes

A system failure left over a hundred Baidu robotaxis stranded in Wuhan, causing traffic chaos and multiple crashes.
#cybersecurity
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago
Los Angeles

L.A. Metro confirms it was hacked. Weeks later, it's still getting systems back online

L.A. Metro shut down parts of its network due to detected hacking activity, while maintaining uninterrupted transit services.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

Cyberattack on a Car Breathalyzer Firm Leaves Drivers Stuck

Law enforcement dismantled major botnets while new vulnerabilities and privacy issues in tech continue to emerge, raising concerns over security.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

Cyberattack on a Car Breathalyzer Firm Leaves Drivers Stuck

Law enforcement dismantled major botnets while new vulnerabilities and privacy issues in tech continue to emerge, raising concerns over security.
#theft
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Mass. family flies home from vacation to find truck stolen from Logan Airport garage

A truck was stolen from Boston Logan Airport's central parking garage, similar to a previous theft weeks earlier.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 days ago

Moment brazen thieves calmly go through pub-goers' bags during 15,000 crime spree

Two thieves were jailed for stealing laptops from pub-goers in London's Square Mile, showcasing their audacity and professionalism in committing theft.
#ice
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago
US politics

ICE confirms it deployed Paragon spyware inside the United States for drug trafficking cases - Silicon Canals

US politics
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

ICE says it bought Paragon's spyware to use in drug trafficking cases | TechCrunch

ICE has utilized spyware from Paragon Solutions to combat drug trafficking and foreign terrorist organizations' use of encrypted communications.
US politics
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

ICE confirms it deployed Paragon spyware inside the United States for drug trafficking cases - Silicon Canals

ICE is using commercial spyware domestically, raising constitutional concerns about warrantless surveillance and lack of oversight.
Pets
fromHoodline
4 days ago

Bronx Driver Threatened With Gun During Attempted Cat Theft

A Bronx driver confronted suspected cat thieves, leading to a gun being drawn, highlighting rising concerns over pet thefts.
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
3 days ago

Police search for suspect in infant's murder after moped crash during getaway | WATCH

A 7-month-old girl was fatally shot in Brooklyn, with police searching for a second suspect involved in the incident.
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

What we know about the armed robbery of a massive Beverly mansion

An armed intruder assaulted a caretaker in a Beverly mansion, stole valuables, and fled in a stolen Porsche.
NYC politics
fromHoodline
5 days ago

Brooklyn Drivers Slammed With Scam 'Enforcement Action' Texts, NYPD Warns

Brooklyn drivers are targeted by a scam text claiming enforcement action, urging immediate payment to avoid penalties.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
5 days ago

Stolen Logins Are Fueling Everything From Ransomware to Nation-State Cyberattacks

Stolen credentials significantly enhance ransomware attacks, enabling illegitimate access and operational disruption within networks.
Right-wing politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
6 days ago

FBI says a man who crashed his pickup into Michigan synagogue was inspired by Hezbollah

Ayman Ghazali attacked a Detroit-area synagogue, inspired by Hezbollah, intending to kill as many people as possible.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Less than one per cent of phone theft cases lead to a criminal charge, figures show

Fewer than 1% of mobile phone thefts lead to charges, with 95% of cases closed by the Met Police without identifying a suspect.
US news
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

Three Tennessee Men Arrested In Connection With Crypto Heist Near Dolores Park

Three men have been arrested for a series of violent crypto thefts on the West Coast, including a $13 million robbery in San Francisco.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

More ABC7 viewers share issues with rising mail theft in San Jose communities

Mail theft in San Jose is escalating, with residents experiencing repeated incidents and significant financial losses.
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 days ago

North America drives video telematics market to 22 million units by 2030 | Computer Weekly

The integration of cameras to enable various video-based services in commercial vehicle environments has become one of the strongest trends over recent years, in a fleet video telematics sector that is set to grow by 16% globally to 2020.
European startups
#carjacking
New York City
fromNew York Post
5 days ago

NYC rideshare driver carjacked at gunpoint by 4 masked goons after refusing ride: cops, sources

A rideshare driver was carjacked at gunpoint in Lower Manhattan after refusing to give a ride to four masked individuals.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
1 week ago

Brooklyn Man, 20, Hurt in Marine Park Carjacking

A 20-year-old man was carjacked and beaten by three thieves in Marine Park, Brooklyn, and is currently in stable condition after hospitalization.
New York City
fromNew York Post
5 days ago

NYC rideshare driver carjacked at gunpoint by 4 masked goons after refusing ride: cops, sources

A rideshare driver was carjacked at gunpoint in Lower Manhattan after refusing to give a ride to four masked individuals.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
1 week ago

Brooklyn Man, 20, Hurt in Marine Park Carjacking

A 20-year-old man was carjacked and beaten by three thieves in Marine Park, Brooklyn, and is currently in stable condition after hospitalization.
#tesla
fromEngadget
5 days ago
Toronto startup

Tesla's robotaxis are reportedly remotely driven by humans, sometimes

Tesla allows remote operators to directly control its robotaxis in emergencies, a practice not commonly used by competitors.
fromTESLARATI
6 days ago
Cars

Tesla FSD mocks BMW human driver: Saves pedestrian from near miss

Tesla's Full Self-Driving software anticipates pedestrian intent better than human drivers, demonstrating superior safety and reaction times.
Toronto startup
fromEngadget
5 days ago

Tesla's robotaxis are reportedly remotely driven by humans, sometimes

Tesla allows remote operators to directly control its robotaxis in emergencies, a practice not commonly used by competitors.
Cars
fromTESLARATI
6 days ago

Tesla FSD mocks BMW human driver: Saves pedestrian from near miss

Tesla's Full Self-Driving software anticipates pedestrian intent better than human drivers, demonstrating superior safety and reaction times.
#cargo-theft
Information security
fromFortune
6 days ago

Cargo theft costs U.S. trucking $18 million a day and is 'unlike anything our industry has faced before,' logistics exec warns | Fortune

Cargo theft has become a significant threat to the U.S. supply chain, costing the industry billions annually.
Information security
fromFortune
6 days ago

Cargo theft costs U.S. trucking $18 million a day and is 'unlike anything our industry has faced before,' logistics exec warns | Fortune

Cargo theft has become a significant threat to the U.S. supply chain, costing the industry billions annually.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Speeders beware: 125 traffic cameras are coming to L.A., along with hefty fines. What you need to know

Los Angeles will install 125 speed cameras to combat speeding and reduce traffic fatalities in school zones and high-accident areas.
California
fromCalifornia Post
3 days ago

Elderly victim lured into car, robbed of life savings in sick lottery scam

An elderly woman was robbed of $45,000 in a lottery scam targeting seniors in Santa Ana.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Five arrested in suspected botched burglary after car crash in Dublin with three hospitalised

Three individuals were hospitalized after a collision involving a car fleeing from police in Dublin.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 week ago

Traffic Violation! License Plate Reader Mission Creep Is Already Here

In December 2025, Georgia State Patrol ticketed a motorcyclist for holding a cell phone in his hand, captured on Flock Camera, raising concerns about ALPR misuse.
Privacy technologies
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Masked perps carjack cab driver on break in Lower Manhattan

Four suspects robbed a cab driver in Lower Manhattan, taking his vehicle on a joyride to New Jersey.
East Bay (California)
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Police Pull Oakland Woman Over After Thieves Put License Plates Tied to a Crime on Her Car

An Oakland woman was mistakenly identified as a criminal due to her license plates being swapped with stolen ones linked to a serious crime.
US news
fromsfist.com
5 days ago

Tuesday Morning Topline: Bay Area City Giving Away Ring Cameras

Supervisor Jackie Fielder's mental health issue may lead to her resignation, paralleling past cases of supervisors stepping back due to health concerns.
California
fromCalifornia Post
5 days ago

California sheriff's department to utilize Batman-like gadget to halt car chases

Riverside County Sheriff's Department will use the Grappler device to safely stop fleeing vehicles, inspired by Batman's gadgets.
Upper West Side
fromHoodline
4 days ago

Midtown West robbery: man robbed of Rolex and $4,000

A 53-year-old man was violently robbed in Midtown West, losing cash, valuables, and clothing to two attackers.
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Road rage in Newport Beach bike lane leads to one arrest, seizure of BMW, police say

Fetzer said that, early on in the incident, he sprayed water at one of the cars in frustration but didn't expect the reaction he got. He described how the cars swerved at them, honked, and put the cyclists' lives in danger.
US news
#smash-and-grab
#vehicle-theft
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

Gowanus in 60 seconds: 5 luxury cars boosted from Brooklyn garage in overnight heist

Five luxury vehicles were stolen from an unstaffed Brooklyn parking garage in a coordinated early morning heist, with thieves leaving behind a Hyundai.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

Gowanus in 60 seconds: 5 luxury cars boosted from Brooklyn garage in overnight heist

Five luxury vehicles were stolen from an unstaffed Brooklyn parking garage in a coordinated early morning heist, with thieves leaving behind a Hyundai.
fromSocial Media Explorer
1 month ago

Things to Do Immediately If You Lose Your Only Set of Car Keys - Social Media Explorer

In the age of smart fobs and transponder chips, losing your keys isn't just a minor inconvenience; it can feel like a high-tech lockout from your own life. When the realization settles in, the clock starts ticking. Your first instinct might be to call the dealership, but that often leads to a massive towing bill and a multi-day wait for parts.
Gadgets
fromABC7 Chicago
2 weeks ago

Teen girl jumps from moving car to escape attempted kidnapping in LA, police say

However, instead of going to the location where the girls instructed him to, the suspect drove to the area of Sunburst and Lemona Avenue ... it's a residential neighborhood, but it's secluded enough ... not enough people or vehicle traffic around.
Los Angeles
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Alameda police warn of a spike in car break-ins, burglaries, and vandalism

Alameda experiences a 9% overall crime decrease but faces rising property crimes including break-ins, vandalism, and vehicle damage across the city.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

LAPD officer under investigation for allegedly taking cash from unlocked Tesla

An LAPD Transit Services Division officer is under investigation for allegedly stealing $700 from an unlocked Tesla, claiming he intended to book it as evidence but forgot.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

WATCH: Gang of Armed Robbers Blow Open Armored Truck in Brazen Highway Heist

Masked gang used explosives and rifles to attack and loot an armored cash-in-transit van on SS 613 highway in Puglia; police engaged, two arrests.
#police-vehicle-theft
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Tech support detective solved crime by checking the carpark

"A floor manager responsible for production asked me to fix his PC, which was so slow he could literally make a coffee in the time between double-clicking an icon and having the program open," Parker told On Call. The manager's PC was only a year old and ran Windows XP, a combo that at the time of this tale should have made for decent performance.
Information security
fromNew York City, NY Patch
1 month ago

Airbag Theft Hits Brooklyn, Mamdani Responds

NEW YORK, NY- During the Albany budget hearing, Assemblyman Ranker Chan raised alarms over a series of car break-ins in his district, noting that 30 airbags were stolen overnight across two precincts. Overnight in neighborhoods including Bath Beach, Gravesend, and Bensonhurst, at least 30 cars had airbags stolen, officials said. Airbags, which can cost $1,000 or more to replace at dealerships, are targeted by thieves because they sell for $50-$200 on the black market.
New York City
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Stolen car suspect drives through L.A. River channel, leading authorities on a pursuit

A suspected car thief led deputies on an early-morning chase into the Los Angeles River channel, disabled the vehicle, surrendered, and was taken into custody.
California
fromwww.ocregister.com
2 months ago

Stolen SUV rams into California store in $1 million jewelry heist; suspects crash in getaway cars

Thieves rammed a stolen SUV into an Anaheim Hills jewelry store, smashed showcases, stole about $1 million in jewelry, and eight suspects were arrested.
US news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Rash of catalytic converter thefts reported in Saratoga

Multiple Saratoga residents experienced identity theft, fraud attempts, multiple catalytic-converter thefts, and a residential burglary resulting in several thousand dollars in losses.
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