The Brief
- Philadelphia Police say up to five groups are behind hundreds of wheel and tire thefts across the city.
- Thieves are targeting specific car models and neighborhoods, with more than 260 cases reported this year.
- Police recommend using wheel locks and alarms, but some thieves are still finding ways to steal wheels.
PHILADELPHIA – Philadelphia police say up to five separate groups are responsible for hundreds of wheel and tire thefts across the city, with thieves focusing on certain neighborhoods and car models.
Thieves target specific cars and neighborhoods
What we know:
Police say there have been 268 cases of wheel thefts so far this year. According to police statistics, 42 percent of all cases are in the neighborhoods of Northern Liberties, Center City North, Old City and South Philly.
Thieves are currently targeting Honda Civics, Accords and CRVs.…