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Multiple tire thefts reported at Hays County apartment complexes: sheriff

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Published  September 8, 2024 12:13pm CDT
Crime and Public Safety
FOX 7 Austin

The Brief

    • Hays County Sheriff's Office is reporting a "concerning trend" of tire thefts
    • Thefts have been primarily happening at Kyle and San Marcos complexes
    • Thefts have also been specifically targeting Toyota Corollas

HAYS COUNTY, Texas - The Hays County Sheriff's Office is warning residents about a "concerning trend" in tire thefts at area apartment complexes.

HCSO says the thefts have been primarily happening at complexes in Kyle and San Marcos and specifically targeting Toyota Corollas.

Law enforcement is offering the following tips to help prevent this from happening:

  • Secure your vehicle: Use wheel locks, car alarms with wheel sensors, or other anti-theft devices
  • Parking areas: Park in a closed garage or a busier, well-lit parking lot with surveillance cameras
  • Be aware of your surroundings: Be on the lookout for any suspicious or odd behavior

HCSO is investigating the thefts alongside the San Marcos and Kyle police departments.

The Source

  • Information in this report came from a September 5 Facebook post by the Hays County Sheriff's Office.