HOWARD COUNTY, Md. — Howard County Police are blaming a TikTok challenge for an uptick in car thefts.
Police say 2016-2021 Hyundai models and 2011-2021 Kia models are being targeted. They say young adults are doing what's called the 'Kia Boyz Challenge." The challenge involves using USB cords to break in and steal cars.
Police advise car owners to get a steering wheel lock, club, purchase a safety kit and park in secured areas if possible.
In recent months, #HoCoMD has seen an increase in thefts of Hyundai and Kia vehicles, which is part of a national trend occurring across the U.S. This mostly affects 2016-2021 Hyundai or 2011-2021 Kia models that are started by a key. (1/3) pic.twitter.com/oCQ9QNBtZb
— Howard County Police Department (@HCPDNews) October 17, 2022
If your car has been broken in to, or know someone who has experienced this, contact the Howard County Police Department at 410-313-STOP.
