Car theft crisis: $30.6 million of stolen vehicles recovered in Melbourne

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Over 1000 stolen vehicles have been recovered by police in Melbourne’s south-east in the first half of 2024, with an estimated worth of $30.6 million. The stolen cars included European luxury models from Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Maserati, Porsche, Jaguar, and Range Rover. Operation Trinity, run by Victoria Police, has made over 1400 arrests, with the majority of offenders being below the age of 25. More than half of the recovered vehicles were stolen from neighbouring council areas of Casey, Greater Dandenong, and Cardinia, with almost $16 million worth of stolen vehicles recovered from Casey alone. The stolen vehicles were often used for joyriding by youth and child offenders, putting innocent motorists at risk.

Brands mentioned: Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Maserati, Porsche, Jaguar, Range Rover