So far in 2024, the heist Vehicle theft in Chile remains a significant concern, although it has shown a slight decrease compared to the previous year. According to a recent report by the Association of Insurers of Chile (AACH), the models most affected by this crime have been identified, which could help drivers take additional precautions to protect their cars.
Although reports of stolen insured vehicles have reached 6,933 cases so far this year, this figure represents a reduction of 4.3% compared to the first six months of 2023, when 7,244 were reported. robberiesHowever, during June 2024, 1,091 thefts of insured cars were recorded, which is equivalent to a daily average of 36 thefts, an alarming figure that highlights the persistence of the problem.
The AACH report reveals that the model of car The most stolen vehicle in Chile over the last 12 months is the Toyota Hilux, with a total of 1,390 vehicles stolen. This model is followed by the Mitsubishi L200, with 930 thefts, and the Jeep Grand Cherokee, with 224 incidents. These three models top the list, being the most vulnerable to this type of crime, despite the security measures they may have in place.
In addition to these first three places, the report details that other models of cars They have also been frequent targets for criminals. The Nissan Kicks, with 206 thefts, and the KIA Motors Rio, with 179 thefts, join the list of the most affected. The Chery Tiggo, with 167 thefts, the Ford F150, with 165 thefts, and the Nissan Versa, with 159 thefts, complete the list of the eight most stolen cars in the country.
The report also highlights a worrying aspect: the increase in robberies violent thefts. In this regard, the Toyota Hilux and the Mitsubishi L200 again top the list in June 2024, with 17.28% and 10.42% of violent thefts, respectively. The Nissan Kicks ranked third in this category, with 12.50% of cases, underlining the need to take additional security measures to prevent such situations.
