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Understanding Youth Crime in Australia: Statistics and Government Initiatives
Youth crime poses significant challenges in Australia, particularly concerning car theft. In 2022, around 30,000 youth offending incidents were reported, with a 10% increase in motor vehicle thefts involving young offenders. This issue demands a comprehensive approach that includes community engageme...
[Read More...]Enhancing Road Safety in Far North Queensland: The Role of LC Distributors and CODE SAFE Immobilisers in the Immobiliser Trial
In Far North Queensland, vehicle theft and juvenile joyriding have become pressing issues. LC Distributors and CODE SAFE Immobilisers are tackling this problem through an innovative immobiliser trial, enhancing road safety and reducing theft incidents across the region.
[Read More...]Partnerships and Collaborations
1. Stakeholders Involved LC Distributors provide CODE SAFE IMMOBILISER technology to industry installers for the current immobiliser trial running in FNQ. The Queensland Police Service (QPS) is the law enforcement agency responsible for maintaining public safety and order in Queensland. Queensland Go...
[Read More...]Rise of Car Theft in 2024: Stats, Trends, and How to Protect Your Vehicle
In 2024, car theft statistics in Australia reveal a concerning trend, with increased incidents reported across major cities. According to the latest data from the Australian Institute of Criminology, urban areas such as Sydney, Melbourne, and Queensland have seen a rise in thefts attributed to increa...
[Read More...]Queensland’s Car Immobiliser Trial: Significant Reduction in Theft Rates and the Push for Statewide Expansion
Recent crime data indicates a significant reduction in car theft rates across the three cities participating in the Queensland Government’s car immobiliser trial—Townsville, Cairns, and Mount Isa. This positive trend should prompt an expedited expansion of the program statewide. During a rece...
[Read More...]Stopping Car Theft in Australia: The Power of CODE SAFE Immobilisers
How Far Have We Come? Youth crime is a worry for any car owner, as car theft has become prevalent and is rising across Australia. In 2024, LC Distributors is working with industry CODE SAFE registered installers to provide affordable, reliable secondary immobilisers to stop car theft and help reduce ...
[Read More...]Enhancing Vehicle Security: How Secondary Immobilisers are Combating Car Theft in Victoria and Queensland
Australia’s ongoing car theft crisis has become a pressing concern, particularly in Victoria and Queensland. With the number of stolen vehicles on the rise, residents and authorities are increasingly alarmed by the implications of this trend. Car owners are left feeling vulnerable and anxious a...
[Read More...]Youth crime is distressing for owners of vehicles. Why?
In recent times, Victoria has witnessed a distressing pattern: thrill-seeking for social media recognition has triggered a significant surge in auto thefts among the younger demographic. This development has not merely become a wake-up call for law enforcement bodies. Still, it has ignited a broader ...
[Read More...]HOW TO TACKLE THE PROBLEM OF YOUTH CRIME | CAR THEFT
Newly published crime data shows that the number of cars stolen across Victoria in 2023 has risen with a significant increase in thefts carried out by young offenders. Youth crime is rising, with the cost of living and the lack of opportunity with employment becoming two significant contributors to t...
[Read More...]Enhancing Home Security: How CODE SAFE Immobilisers Can Prevent Car Theft in 2024
In the year 2024, in our fast-paced world, people are facing a myriad of concerns beyond just the cost of living. Here are some other pressing issues that individuals may be worrying about: 1. Climate Change With the increasing frequency of extreme weather events, rising sea levels, and other environ...
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