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Lithuanian experts discuss the increasing trend in car thefts, highlighting specific models that are frequently targeted and offering advice on how to prevent such thefts.

Brazilian police uncovered a location in Uberlândia used for hiding stolen vehicles and other illicit items, recovering goods worth around R$ 400,000.

Brazilian police have seized 50 vehicles in an illegal dismantling operation in Maceió, uncovering links to stolen cars and fraudulent financing.

A man described his methods of stealing and abandoning vehicles over a period of 73 days, during which he stole a total of 26 cars while being wanted by police.

In the latest episode of EastEnders, fans speculate that Max Branning will join Mark Fowler Jr's scheme to sell stolen cars after his attempts to blackmail Lauren failed.

Police in Jurbarkas, Lithuania, discovered disassembled new luxury cars suspected to be stolen while executing a search warrant.

A new law proposed by Vladimir Putin could legalize the registration of cars stolen in countries deemed hostile by Russia, intensifying concerns about car theft in Europe.

In Kaunas, Lithuania, several thefts involving a Mercedes and a Skoda occurred, resulting in significant property damage.

Three cars had their wheels and tires stolen in the North Zone of São Paulo, with thieves leaving concrete blocks under at least one vehicle.

Two vehicles were stolen in Panevėžys, Lithuania, leading to the arrest of a suspected thief who was found to be intoxicated.

A police chase of a man fleeing in a stolen Opel ended dramatically when the police forced the vehicle off the road, resulting in damaged police cars but no injuries.

Latvia's State Police reports a continued decline in registered car thefts, with 'Volkswagen', 'Audi', 'BMW', 'Volvo', and 'Mercedes Benz' being the most stolen brands.

Russia's Ministry of Internal Affairs has proposed allowing the registration of stolen cars, particularly those from 'unfriendly countries' like Finland, under certain conditions.

A police operation in Brazil has resulted in the arrests of at least 21 individuals involved in a criminal organization stealing and cloning vehicles.

The police in Vilnius reported a spate of thefts occurring at various locations across the city, resulting in substantial financial losses.

Police in Itaquaquecetuba discovered four carcasses of stolen cars in a suspected dismantling site.

In Santo Amaro, São Paulo, an alarming rise in vehicle thefts has been reported, with an average of two cars stolen daily and a 10% increase in thefts from 2024 to 2025.

Actor Marcos Palmeira had his car stolen while leaving a party in Rio de Janeiro.

Lithuanian police conducted a large-scale international operation targeting organized groups involved in the trafficking of stolen cars and their parts, in cooperation with Interpol.

In Šiauliai, Lithuania, bold thefts from parked cars have been reported, with stolen equipment including surveillance cameras and navigational devices.

The New York DMV has successfully recovered over 13.6 million dollars in stolen vehicles and services in 2025, reflecting an increase from the previous year.

A police officer was injured when one of the drivers of two stolen vehicles suddenly accelerated, hitting the officer after a request for a stop was made.

A 38-year-old man was arrested in Franca, Brazil, for possessing five stolen vehicles, following an anonymous tip about suspicious activity.

Authorities in Quito shut down an illegal garage and a scrapyard in operations that uncovered stolen vehicles and auto parts.

Three foreign citizens were arrested for dismantling high-end vehicles reported stolen both inside and outside Ecuador.

Eight cars were vandalized and their parts stolen in various incidents in Vilnius and surrounding areas.

Porsche headlights were stolen in Kaunas, causing damages totaling 7,000 euros to the vehicle's owner.

Two suspects have been arrested in Osaka for stealing luxury cars valued at around 1 billion yen, using a diagnostic machine to replicate smart keys.

Thieves have stolen front headlights from luxury Porsche cars in both Vilnius and Kaunas, prompting police investigations.

The article discusses the rise of stolen and disguised vehicles being sold in France and advises on how to avoid such purchases.

Several incidents of running cars being stolen have been reported in Eastern Uusimaa, prompting police warnings to car owners.

In France, a vehicle is stolen approximately every four minutes, highlighting the alarming rise in the 'make-up' of stolen cars for resale across Europe.

Four young men have been charged with stealing three luxury vehicles from homes in Melbourne during an overnight crime spree.

A gang that stole luxury cars on demand has been arrested in Noida, with police recovering stolen vehicles and various tools from the suspects.

A military operation in Rumiñahui resulted in the arrest of eight individuals linked to Los Lobos, who were allegedly dismantling stolen cars in a warehouse.

In Latvia, 18 insured cars were stolen last year, representing a 38% decrease from 2024, with the thefts including various brands such as BMW, Hyundai, and Toyota.

Between January 25 and February 2, rims with tires were stolen from three cars in a parking lot on Molėtų road in Vilnius, resulting in an estimated loss of 4,000 euros.

Following an urgent warning from Polish border guards, two stolen cars were seized in Lithuania, including a BMW driven by a 41-year-old Lithuanian citizen who attempted to cross into Belarus.

A coordinated police operation across three federal states uncovered connections between arms trafficking and organized theft, leading to the seizure of firearms, stun grenades, and large amounts of stolen goods, with one suspect arrested.