How are new cars stolen?

markcars wrote: Hey chasesaccessori, that all sounds very interesting but what would happen if the whole thing (you and your driver, presuming as an example) were caught on camera/ tape with the entire action being recorded? Let's say the licence plate of the tow truck and the entire "job" was recorded on tape, would that not be enough to get the thief and his driver stop the fun and spend some time in jail? (If not face more troubles from either the owner of the car and/or the police and more?) Nowadays more and more people and buildings are equipped with security cameras, and I personally have installed a few myself for security reasons with a page signal sent on alarm-trigger or masked area detects motion, to myself and whoever want it. Those who have them just love it.

As for us, (my friend and I) we had to notify the police what and where we were repoing each day. I would not mess with anyone's property while doing it either(camera). The police and repo men usually have a good report together. Because we notified the police of where we were, when the cops were called they were notified that it was a registered repo and no action would be taken. For my friends safety we removed the rear plate from the truck, always! In fact our friends at the police station suggested it to us. If I was filmed, who cares! Like the before reply stated, most videos can't be used in court because of bad quality and is useless unless you know the person or the police have them on file. You bring up an interesting point though that I forgot to mention. You never ropo in your own town. This helps with the recognition problem you hinted at. As for professional theifs', They're low lifes and dont care and are rarely out in puplic to be recongnized. The average everyday theif is someone you know or their friend. This I would put money on. (owner/installer)

Chase's Accessories

Ridgecrest, CA

in business since 92