BALTIMORE – Carjackings and car thefts remain a big concern in the Baltimore region.
For months, WJZ has been on top of this story, as Kia and Hyundai owners continue to be targeted by thieves.
But now, authorities have a way to help you find your vehicle if it is ever stolen, by using an Apple AirTag or Samsung Galaxy SmartTag.
The Howard County Police Department is doing this to make sure their residents have access to these tools.
Natalie Cosner spent her Sunday afternoon doing what a parent does best — making sure her child is safe.
“Actually, it’s my son who has a Hyundai Santa Fe,” Cosner said. “He’s 18. So he’s, you know, we’re always watching out for him.”
Cosner went to Howard County Police Department Headquarters where officers gave out free Apple AirTags or Samsung Galaxy SmartTags.
“We’re hoping it’ll help in case his car gets stolen,” said Cosner. “I know they did it a little while ago. We didn’t make it out here then. So when I saw it again, I was like, ‘Oh, we got to do this.'”