Sideview Mirror Thefts

New York Post Reports Rash of Sideview Mirror Thefts

The New York Post reported there were 19 incidents of thieves swiping hi-tech sideview mirrors on luxury vehicles between March 1 and April 26 in Manhattan.

It looks like hi-tech sideview mirrors on luxury vehicles are becoming in-demand items for thieves as the New York Post reported that 19 incidents took place between March 1 and April 26 in Manhattan.

According to the article, the bandits are targeting makes like Audi, Porsche, Mercedes-Benz, Lexus and BMW, whose sideview mirrors with built-in cameras are valued between $1,500 and $2,000. They’re then selling them on the black market for bo-ku bucks.

To read the full story in the New York Post, click here.

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