Police warn of more ATV thefts in Dalarna

Police in Dalarna report an increase in ATV thefts and warn that more crimes may occur in the coming weeks.

Police have recently seen an increase in ATV thefts in Dalarna. There is a risk that the thefts will spread to neighboring counties.

The thefts are often carried out quickly and in a planned manner. Thieves mainly target newer vehicles advertised online.

Police urge owners to store vehicles in locked and well-lit spaces. They should also watch for unknown people and vehicles in the area.

A large theft ring involving around 70 vehicles was recently solved with GPS after thefts last summer.

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