NEWS: Auto theft drops 17 per cent in six months

Sharing encouraging news regarding our government’s efforts to combat auto theft:

As published by The Canadian Press on July 17, 2024, “Auto thefts were down 17 per cent during the first six months of 2024 compared with the same period last year, an insurance fraud prevention group said in its report. Équité Association said the drop can be attributed to multiple factors including increased border patrol and police collaboration, government action and better public awareness.”

The recent drop in auto theft underscores the success of our government’s efforts in this regard. On May 20, 2024, we unveiled the National Action Plan on Combatting Auto Theft, which is focused on disrupting, dismantling and prosecuting the organized crime groups involved in auto theft. Details are available here.