Crime Solvers Seeks Identities of Car Thieves



Fairfax County Crime Solvers is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the persons responsible for a series of auto thefts throughout Fairfax County. Since August 2008, at least 29 Acura vehicles, both the RSX and the Integra models, have been stolen. Several of the vehicles were recovered around the region. They were missing their engines, add on parts and accessories.

Investigators believe these cars are being stolen by several organized groups throughout Fairfax County and the Metropolitan region. Most of the vehicles are stolen and stripped of their engines and/or parts. Those parts are then used in other vehicles. Damage to the stolen cars exceeds $360,000.

Residents are reminded to do their part to minimize their chances of becoming a victim:

· Do not leave your vehicle unattended while it is running, even if the doors are locked.

· Do not leave your keys inside your car.

· Use an alarm and/or anti-theft device on your vehicle.

· Vehicles with computer-coded key chips are just as susceptible to theft.



Detectives are seeking information on these theft rings and their participants. Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Solvers by phone at 1-866-411-TIPS(8477), e-mail at www.fairfaxcrimesolvers.org or text “TIP187” plus your message to CRIMES(274637). A $1,000 cash reward will be paid for information that leads to an arrest. As always, callers never have to give their names or appear in court.