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Budget and the Bees
Budget and the Bees
Latrice Perez

8 Clues That Reveal How Criminals Pick Which Car to Steal

How criminals pick which car to steal
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You walk back to your car in a crowded parking lot, fumbling for your keys. For most of us, we assume our car is just one among many, blending into the background. But for a car thief, that same parking lot is a field of opportunities. They scan for the easiest, most profitable target. They are not making random choices.

A thief’s decision is often made in seconds, based on a series of visual clues you may be providing without even realizing it. Understanding how criminals pick which car to steal is your first line of defense. Here are eight clues that can make your vehicle a prime target.

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