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Some people use billboards.

Others... take a more creative approach.

Either way:

DON'T STEAL CARS.

#protectyourride #autotheft #watchyourcar #ifyoulikeitlockit

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Breaking News: Auto thieves have officially added July to their list of least favorite months

It's National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month

All month long, we'll share simple tips to help keep your vehicle where it belongs: with you

This week's reminder: Lock it

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BIG RIG BUST

HACTF investigators, working with partner agencies, recovered 3 stolen tractors, 2 stripped tractor frames, a stolen trailer loaded with merchandise, a stolen diesel engine, a stolen flatbed trailer, and a VIN-swapped 2022 Ram

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Catalytic converter theft is making a comeback in Texas.

A grant-funded Harris County Auto Theft Unit investigation led to the arrest of a suspect and the recovery of multiple stolen catalytic converters before more vehicles could be targeted.

Paint It
Etch It
Cover It

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Auto thieves have a type. Is your vehicle on the list?

Check out the Top 10 Most Stolen Vehicles in Texas for May 2026 and take a few seconds to protect your ride.

Lock it. Remove it. Protect it.

Source: TXDPS Vehicle Theft Data – May 2026

#AutoTheftPrevention

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Proactive enforcement leads to results.

The Maverick County Auto Theft Task Force, alongside @TxDPS and Maverick County Code Enforcement, recovered 3 stolen vehicles during a coordinated operation.

Strong partnerships. Shared mission. Safer communities.

#MVCPA #AutoTheft

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Registration is OPEN for the MVCPA Conference!

July 20-24, 2026
Fort Worth, TX

5 days of vehicle crime training, networking, and expert speakers.

FREE to attend!

Register: https://t.co/oy9TftXgzF

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This Memorial Day, we honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten. 🇺🇸

Today, we remember the fallen, honor their legacy, and cherish the freedoms they fought to protect.

#MemorialDay #HonorAndRemember

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License Plate Readers are helping Texas law enforcement recover stolen vehicles, solve violent crimes, and generate critical investigative leads statewide.

Full story on the MVCPA FB page: https://t.co/Q3sL02uFL1

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Truck taillights are apparently a hot commodity… but the grant-funded San Antonio Police Department Auto Theft TF shut this operation down

Investigators recovered stolen taillights valued at $100K+, 20+ firearms, suspected illegally obtained property, and a $75K vehicle

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Texas auto thieves had favorites in April… did your vehicle make the Top 10 most stolen list?

Lock your doors. Take your keys. Park smart. Don’t make it easy.

Check out the Top 10 stolen vehicles in Texas for April

#MVCPA #AutoTheft #LockItOrLoseIt #TexasCrimePrevention

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While you’re enjoying tacos, music, and time with friends this Cinco de Mayo, auto thieves are still on the clock.

Vehicle theft doesn’t take a holiday—and it only takes seconds.

In Texas, vehicle crime is more than an inconvenience—it’s often tied to larger criminal activity.

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Registration is OPEN for the 2026 MVCPA Conference!

Fort Worth
July 20–24

Join law enforcement & industry leaders for 5 days of training, trends, and tactics to combat vehicle crime.

https://t.co/oy9TftXgzF

#MVCPA #AutoTheft #TXLege #LawEnforcement #PublicSafety

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Tarrant Regional Auto Crimes Task Force + Dallas PD Salvage Unit recovered 2 chopped trucks, a stolen skid steer, and evidence tied to 8 more stolen vehicles across multiple counties.

Suspects being identified. Strong work by our MVCPA-funded partners.

#MVCPA #AutoTheft

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Strong work by the Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office—deputies recovered a stolen cargo load valued at $250K+ during a traffic stop on IH-10. Shipment confirmed stolen and returned to its owners.

Cargo theft = organized crime. Great job shutting it down.

#CargoTheft

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Tick. Tock.

The clock is winding down on MVCPA grant funding.

If your agency is looking for resources to combat auto theft or catalytic converter theft—this is your opportunity.

Applications close May 8, 2026.
#grantfunding #lawenforcement #texas #AutoTheftPrevention

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The Presidio Co SO and Texas Department of Public Safety Criminal Investigation Division recovered 8 stolen vehicles hidden in tractor-trailers headed for Mexico, altered with fraudulent VINs

Multiple arrests made. Strong work shutting down cross-border auto crime

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MVCPA Training Team, task force partners, & LE from across the country toured the General Motors plant in Arlington.

1,350 vehicles/day • Exports to 30+ countries • 34K built in March 2023 • 6M sq ft

Understanding how vehicles are built helps us spot fraud & theft trends.

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VIN swapping = organized crime.

Tri-County ATTF (MVCPA grant-funded) uncovered multiple stolen vehicles linked to a single suspect in Alvarado, TX.

vehicles recovered
$165K+ value
Felony charges filed

Strong teamwork with Midlothian PD, NICB & Johnson Co SO.

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From 1 stolen vehicle to a major bust.

The Harris County Auto Theft Task Force tracked a lead to a warehouse — recovering 13 stolen vehicles & 3 engines worth over $1M.

Auto theft is organized crime.

#MVCPA #AutoTheft #TexasLawEnforcement #TaskForceSuccess