New York Responds to Rampant Car Theft by Handing Out Apple AirTag Trackers

New York City Mayor Eric Adams is Fighting Car Theft with Apple AirTag Tracking Devices

Car thefts are on the rise in New York City, with nearly 4,500 cases reported so far this year. To combat this issue, Mayor Eric Adams is taking action by handing out 500 Apple AirTag tracking devices to residents. These devices will allow car owners to track their vehicles in real-time if they are stolen.

A New Tool in the Fight Against Crime

Mayor Adams believes that the AirTag is a “really amazing piece of ingenuity” that will help to reduce car thefts in the city. He encourages citizens to purchase tracking devices for their cars as well.

Critics Point to Bail Reform

Some critics of Democratic policies blame the city’s bail reform for the increase in crime. The New York Times reported that just 327 thieves, who have collectively been arrested more than 6,000 times, are responsible for a third of the city’s retail crime.

Mayor Adams Takes a Stand Against Crime

This is not the first time Mayor Adams has taken action to combat crime in the city. In March, he urged store-owners to ban entry to people wearing face masks in order to crack down on robbers. House Republicans held a hearing in the city last month focused on rising crime and Democratic officials’ failure to curb it.

A Call for Accountability

As the city continues to grapple with rising crime rates, it’s clear that more needs to be done to keep citizens safe. Mayor Adams and other officials must be held accountable for their actions, and citizens must do their part by taking advantage of new tools like the Apple AirTag to protect their property.

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