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Car thieves stole Lexus from Solihull driveway using power tools - BBC News

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A black and white image of one man crouching at the back of a car trying to break into it. His hood is pulled over his face and he looks to be wearing a dark jacket, combat trousers and boots. Next to him is another crouching man, again fully covered, with his hand on a door handle.

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Car thieves stole Lexus from Solihull driveway using power tools

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Thieves in Solihull used a drill and jigsaw to cut into Dave Whiting's Lexus RX and steal it while he slept. Home Office data indicates the West Midlands had the highest rate of vehicle theft offences in England and Wales for 2025-26, prompting concern from residents and ongoing efforts by West Midlands Police to tackle vehicle crime.

Key points

  • Thieves used a drill and jigsaw to break into a 79-year-old man's Lexus RX on his Solihull driveway.
  • The theft took about 40 minutes, with the perpetrators cutting into the boot to access the vehicle's electrical systems.
  • Home Office data shows the West Midlands recorded the highest rate of vehicle theft offences in England and Wales in 2025-26, equating to 4.4 offences per 1,000 people.
  • West Midlands Police stated they are working with drivers, manufacturers, and national agencies to reduce vehicle thefts.
  • Warwickshire Police also experienced significant increases in vehicle thefts during 2025-2026.
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