South Florida police, car expert may have solution to rising auto thefts
The Miami-Dade Police Department's Auto Theft Unit said if a thief knows what they're doing and has the right equipment, it takes seconds.
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The Miami-Dade Police Department's Auto Theft Unit said if a thief knows what they're doing and has the right equipment, it takes seconds.
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Authorities in Broward County are looking for a man they say stole a vehicle with a baby in it.
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