California Sees Second Consecutive Year of Decline in Vehicle Thefts

Auto thefts in San Diego County down by double digits, falling for second straight year

On average, an auto theft occurred in California every four minutes in 2025, according to the CHP.

California sees second consecutive year of decline in vehicle thefts

Through strategic enforcement, strong partnerships and public awareness, the CHP says they remain committed to reducing vehicle theft and disrupting organized criminal networks across California.

Vehicle thefts decrease in San Diego area for second straight year

The number of auto thefts in the San Diego area last year dropped by more than one-fourth compared to 2024.

State vehicle thefts decline for second consecutive year

Of the 133,372 vehicles stolen statewide last year, 84% were recovered, for a total of 111,661 vehicles.

CALIFORNIA SEES SECOND STRAIGHT YEAR OF VEHICLE THEFT DECLINES - Sierra Wave: Eastern Sierra News - The Community's News

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 28, 2026   CALIFORNIA SEES SECOND STRAIGHT YEAR OF VEHICLE THEFT DECLINES   Statewide vehicle thefts fall nearly 25% as CHP continues targeted enforcement and prevention efforts   SACRAMENTO — July is National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month, and the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is reminding Californians to protect their vehicles while […]

California Vehicle Theft Falls 25% in 2025; Sacramento County Sees 23% Drop

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Vehicle thefts in California fell by nearly one-quarter in 2025, marking the second consecutive year of declines as state officials credited coordinated law enforcement operations, targeted California Highway Patrol deployments and crime suppression efforts. Sacramento County mirrored the statewide trend, recording a 23% decrease in reported vehicle thefts.Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Tuesday that California recorded 133,372 …