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Automobile Theft
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Automobile Theft
The act of stealing a motor vehicle from its proper owner or user. Many automobiles are stolen so the thieves can sell the parts. Other times, a car may be stolen for illicit purposes such as drug running. Car insurance often protects against automobile theft.
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The 23-year-old suspect had allegedly organized a large number of car thefts and kidnappings and had several arrest warrants issued against him.
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