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Increase in Stolen Motor Vehicles

By Dustin Kopp|2018-05-24T11:04:08-05:00May 24, 2018 8:03 am|Local News|0 Comments

JEFFERSON CO., MO (KDKZ-TV) During the month of May, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office has seen an increase in the amount of reported stolen motor vehicles.

32 stolen vehicle reports have been received. 25 of the vehicles were taken by a person unknown to the victim.

With many of these incidents, the theft of the motor vehicle was a preventable crime. In 72% of the reported vehicles stolen, with an unrelated suspect, the vehicles were left unlocked and with the keys inside.

It is urged that citizens lock their vehicles, store their keys in a safe location, and never leave a vehicle running unattended.

If you have any information regarding the theft of a motor vehicle, contact the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Detective Bureau at 636-797-5515.

About the Author: Dustin Kopp

I joined News Channel 18 in May 2011 in the weather department as Chief Meteorologist. In January 2013, I assumed the roll of News Director. I started my career in 2003 in high school. I attended Farmington High School. While there, I was a student in Black Knight Television (BKTV), doing anything from camera work, to editing, producing and anchoring the weather. I attended Mineral Area College, University of Missouri – Columbia, Mississippi State University and Webster University. While attending college, I continued to help out with BKTV. In 2009, I interned at KOMU-TV, Columbia, Missouri’s NBC affiliate. I enjoy spending time with my wife, Danica and our daughters , Declynn and Danleigh. I can’t forget about our dog, Daisy. We rescued her in 2011. We also have a cat named Dolly. I am committed to giving you the most accurate information, whether it’s from my latest weather forecast, or a news story that could touch your heart. Contact me if you have any questions or a news idea.