Is A TikTok Trend Responsible For More Car Thefts?

CBS Los Angeles

August 10, 2022

A new trend on social media is concerning law enforcement as nationwide reports of car thefts have increased.

Officers across the United States are concerned about an increase in Hyundai and Kia thefts, with some experts blaming a now-viral TikTok stunt, encouraging people to break into these particular makes of cars.

The instructional video reportedly shows how to jump-start the cars with a USB cable.

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