MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Car thefts are down more than 40% in Memphis, new data shows, while the number of arrests for those crimes remains low.
Auto thefts have been a growing problem in Memphis over the years, with more than 22,000 cars stolen in 2022 and 2023.
Driving crime: More than 22,000 vehicle thefts in Memphis in 2 years
To help tackle the issue, Memphis Police say they’re focusing on hotspot areas and using technology and cameras.
According to MPD, that work has helped contribute to a 41% decrease in auto thefts this year…