{"id":25611,"date":"2024-04-12T13:00:59","date_gmt":"2024-04-12T13:00:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ecam.com\/security-videos\/three-arrested-after-cameras-catch-attempted-vehicle-theft-at-maryland-dealership"},"modified":"2026-02-25T00:17:32","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T00:17:32","slug":"three-arrested-after-cameras-catch-attempted-vehicle-theft-at-maryland-dealership","status":"publish","type":"video","link":"https:\/\/ecam.com\/en-ca\/security-videos\/three-arrested-after-cameras-catch-attempted-vehicle-theft-at-maryland-dealership","title":{"rendered":"Three Arrested After Cameras Catch Attempted Vehicle Theft at Maryland Dealership"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Car thieves have <\/span><a href=\"\/security-blog\/car-thieves-target-dealership-lots\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">increasingly targeted auto dealership lots<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> and inventories using a wide array of methods- with the NICB (National Insurance Crime Bureau) reporting a significant increase in thefts in 2023 when compared to 2022. Access to data solidifies what many in the industry have already seen- a glance at local news sites from across the US and Canada <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsweek.com\/car-theft-rise-fbi-council-criminal-justice-annual-report-2023-1863972\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">reveal alarming trends in vehicle thefts<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. In this Arrest of the Month video, proactive live video monitoring helps stop a theft in progress- and quickly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"Arrest of the Month: 3 Arrested After Cameras Catch Attempted Vehicle Theft at Maryland Dealership\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/k5GHMVkzWrg?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/ecam.com\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Just after midnight, ECAM security professionals were alerted to suspicious activity onsite at an automotive dealership property in Maryland. Three intruders were visible on surveillance and appeared to be snooping around inventory vehicles. Local police were immediately contacted and dispatched to the site, arriving in time to catch the trio attempting to steal a Dodge Charger. Officers were seen patrolling the area, and all three suspects were taken into custody.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The recent rise in thefts from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ecam.com\/en-ca\/industry-security-solutions\/automotive-dealerships\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">auto dealerships<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, particularly involving groups of teens and Kia and Hyundai vehicles, has been a significant issue in states like Maryland, and across the nation. A trend, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wypr.org\/the-baltimore-banner\/2023-04-10\/gone-in-30-seconds-tiktok-challenge-leading-to-thefts-of-kia-hyundai-cars-hits-maryland\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">propelled by social media platforms such as TikTok<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, has exposed vulnerabilities in certain models of these cars, making them easy targets for theft. Demonstrations on how to start these vehicles without a key, utilizing simple tools like USB cables, have contributed to the surge in thefts.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">In response to the escalating situation, the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/whdh.com\/news\/baltimore-sues-hyundai-kia-over-rampant-car-thefts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">City of Baltimore took legal action against the car manufacturers, Hyundai and Kia<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">. Following the lead of cities like St. Louis and Seattle, the Baltimore lawsuit accuses the companies of cost-cutting measures that compromised vehicle security, contributing to the theft epidemic. According to Baltimore Police, car thefts in the city have increased by 95% this year alone, with Hyundai and Kia vehicles constituting 41% of these incidents. Since the start of the year, 577 vehicles from these brands have been reported stolen.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The city&#8217;s action is part of a broader demand for accountability and enhanced vehicle security measures. Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown, along with attorneys general from nearly two dozen states, has urged Kia and Hyundai to address the crisis of car thefts proactively. In a move to mitigate the situation, Kia and Hyundai announced initiatives earlier this year aimed at preventing thefts, including distributing tens of thousands of anti-theft steering wheel locks, and implementing security software upgrades for affected vehicles.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Baltimore&#8217;s efforts to <a href=\"https:\/\/ecam.com\/en-ca\/security-blog-ca\/vehicle-theft-insights\">combat auto thefts<\/a> reflect a broader challenge facing cities nationwide, as they grapple with the implications of technology on public safety and the responsibilities of corporations in ensuring their products do not endanger communities. But despite these efforts, the \u201chackable\u201d Kias and Hyundais are not the only targets steadily drawing in criminal elements to auto dealers across North America.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">In a story recently published out of Tennessee, investigators suspect <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/newschannel9.com\/news\/instagram\/tennessee-alabama-car-dealerships-hit-in-suspected-multi-state-auto-theft-ring-lawrenceburg-mobile-police-crime-alert\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">multiple auto dealership burglaries in both Tennessee and Alabama are related<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, where <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">surveillance video captured three suspects breaking into dealership offices and stealing dealer license plates, as well as stealing a 2024 Z06 Corvette worth $150,000, a 2024 GMC Sierra Denali and a 2022 Yukon AT4, ultimately making off with over $300,000 in stolen vehicles.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">In yet another devastating loss for a Wisconsin dealership, a coordinated <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/2024\/02\/25\/us-news\/teens-break-into-wisconsin-car-dealership-steal-500000-in-luxury-vehicles\/?utm_campaign=nypost&amp;utm_medium=referral\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">heist committed by several individuals included using a Land Rover Velar as a battering ram<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> to smash through a garage door, and the group escaped with several luxury vehicles valued at nearly $600,000. Meanwhile, in the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clickondetroit.com\/news\/local\/2024\/02\/16\/it-makes-me-very-angry-video-captures-string-of-thefts-at-dealerships-across-metro-detroit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Metro Detroit area, several dealerships were targeted<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> with thieves escaping with multiple high-value vehicles at a time. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newswire.ca\/news-releases\/equite-association-s-2023-auto-theft-trend-report-shows-a-continuation-of-canada-s-auto-theft-crisis-817064422.html#:~:text=Between%202021%2D2023%20auto%20theft,Western%20Canada%20(up%205.5%25).\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">In Canada, recent data showed that <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">between 2021-2023 auto theft trends increased sharply<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> in\u202fOntario\u202f(up 48.2%),\u202fQuebec\u202f(up 57.9%),\u202fAtlantic Canada\u202f(up 34%), and in\u202fWestern Canada\u202f(up 5.5%).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Safeguarding Your Automotive Dealership with Innovative Security Solutions<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In the automotive dealership industry, protecting inventory and assets is of paramount importance. However, striking the right balance between comprehensive security measures and cost-effectiveness can be a daunting challenge. Traditional surveillance systems merely document crimes after they have occurred, while on-site guards alone offer limited coverage. Fortunately, there is a smarter and more proactive approach to securing your property and safeguarding your bottom line.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Forward-thinking dealerships are turning to ECAM for cutting-edge, proactive monitoring solutions. Our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ecam.com\/en-ca\/solutions\/live-video-monitoring-and-surveillance\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">remote video monitoring system<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> combines state-of-the-art digital cameras with oversight by highly trained security specialists. Leveraging advanced analytics, we can identify and respond to potential threats in real-time, often before significant damage occurs. With alarm triggers, coordinated response protocols, and faster law enforcement notifications and responses, we have the tools and expertise to help counter criminal activities as they unfold across your property.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Additionally, our customized layouts are tailored to the specific needs of your dealership, ensuring that key areas and potential hotspots are under constant observation, even when you&#8217;re not physically present.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Rest assured, your inventory, assets, and staff are shielded by the unwavering vigilance of our security professionals. With ECAM&#8217;s proactive surveillance solutions, you can sleep better at night, knowing that your dealership is more effectively protected from vulnerabilities.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To learn how ECAM can enhance safety while yielding up to 60% savings compared to the cost of traditional security methods, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ecam.com\/en-ca\/contact\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">contact us today<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":91,"featured_media":25612,"menu_order":0,"template":"","tags":[345,346,342,358],"industry":[323],"solution":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-25611","1":"video","2":"type-video","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"tag-auto-dealership-en-ca","7":"tag-auto-dealership-security-en-ca","8":"tag-trespassing-en-ca","9":"tag-videos-en-ca","10":"industry-automotive-dealerships-en-ca","11":"entry"},"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ecam.com\/en-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/video\/25611","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ecam.com\/en-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/video"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ecam.com\/en-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/video"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ecam.com\/en-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/91"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ecam.com\/en-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/video\/25611\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ecam.com\/en-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/25612"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ecam.com\/en-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=25611"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ecam.com\/en-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=25611"},{"taxonomy":"industry","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ecam.com\/en-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/industry?post=25611"},{"taxonomy":"solution","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ecam.com\/en-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/solution?post=25611"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}