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221 vehicles reported stolen in Ottawa so far in 2024: Here's the hot spots for vehicle thefts (ottawa.ctvnews.ca)
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An average of six vehicles a day have been reported stolen in Ottawa so far this year, with Bay ward and River ward being the hot spots for vehicle thefts.

Statistics on the Ottawa Police Service crime map show 221 vehicles have been reported stolen in Ottawa since January 1, including 45 vehicles reported stolen over the past seven days.

Ottawa police reported 1,854 vehicles were reported stolen in 2023, up from 1,289 vehicles in 2022.

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[-] andrewta@lemmy.world 4 points 10 months ago

That's about 5.6 cars a day. Damn.

[-] sbv@sh.itjust.works 3 points 10 months ago

Imagine looking out your window and seeing that some bastard stole 60% of your car. I think I'd be more impressed than angry.

[-] DerisionConsulting@lemmy.ca 1 points 10 months ago

If you own a jeep, it would be easier.

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