Michel Goes bought a Peugeot 3008. Last May it was unfortunately stolen by thugs. A 58-year-old man tells the truth.
“It’s a modern car equipped with a keyless entry system. The key emits a specific frequency that thieves can copy. That’s how it was stolen.”He says.
Michael’s case is by no means isolated. Looking at the figures provided by the Independent, we notice that the village of Ryswick has been the target of a veritable spate of car thefts. In the first 4 months of 2023, there were 9.79 thefts per 10,000 people. Well ahead of bigger cities like Rotterdam (5.58) or The Hague (7.25).
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A local spokesperson explains. “We are located on the A4, A12 and A13 highways, which means that, strategically, criminals can quickly reach and leave the premises”, He points out.
For his part, automotive journalist Nick Schenck says that following the car key’s signal is a common and easy method. “Before, thieves broke the windows, now they are coming in. Car manufacturers are trying to make new models more resistant to this phenomenon, but this is impossible for cars already on the market., he says. And, according to Niek Schenk, the criminals behind these thefts are part of “international gangs” looking for famous cars, for example, in Eastern Europe or Africa. “It’s so well organized that if your car gets stolen at two in the morning, by the time you find it, it’s already on the boat.”He concludes.
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