Massive Amount Of Truck Thefts In Texas Lead To 3 Arrested

An abundance of truck thefts swept over San Antonio, prompting a task force to investigate and put a stop to so many robberies.

HIGH-END TRUCK THEFT IN SAN ANTONIO

The San Antonio Regional Auto Crimes Taskforce began to investigate a flurry of high-end truck thefts in the San Antonio area. While investigating the task force made contact and issued warrants for 3 young males.

Recently, officials arrested 19-year-old Adrian C. Flores, 22-year-old Jesus Jr. Gonzalez, and 22-year-old Andres Escobar, for engaging in criminal activity. 

Investigators discovered blatant evidence associated with vehicle thefts along with narcotics and 14 firearms.

Vehicle thefts are not uncommon, especially in Texas. In fact over the last couple of years, vehicle theft has skyrocketed in Texas. 

TEXAS CAR THEFT STATISTICS

No one knows if you are going to be a victim of car theft however, your chances could be drastically higher depending on what type of vehicle you drive, according to recent Texas auto theft trends.

SECURE YOUR VEHICLE

• • It just takes a second to lock your car. This creates the first line of defense and doesn't make you an easy target.

USE A VISIBLE OR AUDIBLE ANTI-THEFT DEVICE: 

• • Give them a scare with a loud car alarm. This could be the saving grace during a break-in.

INSTAL A VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER:

• •  Install a kill switch.

INVEST IN A GPS TRACKING SYSTEM: 

Track where your car is at all times to help authorities recover your vehicle if it does get stolen.