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Every half-hour, on average, a vehicle is stolen in Prince George's County -- not comforting news for those who live, work, play or spend any time here. Auto theft is so prevalent that chances are you or someone you know has been a victim.
In the first three months of this year, 4,280 vehicles were stolen in the county. Last year, 18,485 vehicles were swiped. That exceeds the totals in the District, Virginia and the rest of Maryland.
These numbers have led Prince George's Extra to publish a special issue about the problem, examining the disturbing statistics and how victims and businesses feel about the loss of their cars and trucks to such common and often brazen theft. In one piece, Extra's own Avis Thomas-Lester recounts how she and her husband, county residents, were shocked to find that their car had been stolen right in front of their home.
We also report on the initiatives and tactics that county government and law enforcement officials are employing to punish car thieves and reduce theft.
As always, we welcome your thoughts and invite you to call, e-mail or write us with your comments and suggestions.
Tracey A. Reeves
Editor, Prince George's Extra
301-618-1781
