A member of the Calgary Police Service thinks organized crime might be behind recent auto theft trends in Alberta. (Photo: Oasisamuel | Dreamstime.com)
Alberta car theft trends suggest organized crime, say police
Feb 14, 2025 | 11:39 AM
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Police in Alberta say car theft trends show sophisticated organized crime operations have moved from east to west in recent years.
Équité (ek-wit-AY’) Association says Alberta has the highest per capita vehicle theft rate, but police are recovering fewer stolen cars.
Police say it’s a hallmark sign that organized crime is behind an increasing number of stolen cars.
Calgary police often returned at least 90 per cent of stolen cars to their owners in the years before 2023.
