Lock your cars, SPD alerts spike in vehicle thefts

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – A recent social media update from the Shreveport Police Department (SPD) is bringing attention to the recent rise in vehicle burglaries.

The Shreveport-Barksdale corridor and Highland area in Districts 4 and 5 have seen a strong surge in thefts over the last three months.

Authorities linking many of these incidents to unlocked vehicles, often with keys left inside.

Cars from Kia and Hyundai that have not been updated with anti-theft software are also increasingly becoming targets for criminals.

Residents are encouraged to take immediate precautions: always lock vehicles, remove keys and valuables, update anti-theft software on Kia and Hyundai models, and consider installing home security cameras.

While some arrests have been made, community prevention rem