由于高科技的钥匙破解, 巴拉拉特车辆盗窃案达到2001年以来最高水平. Ballarat vehicle thefts hit highest level since 2001 due to high-tech key hacking.

汽车盗窃案在巴拉拉特已经升至2001年以来的最高水平, 近10%增加到573起事件. Motor vehicle thefts in Ballarat have surged to their highest level since 2001, rising nearly 10% to 573 incidents. 警方认为这次增长是因为技术盗窃, Police attribute the increase to sophisticated technology thefts where thieves use scan tools to re-code digital keys and start push-start vehicles. 虽然有些犯罪分子使用先进的方法, 但基本威措施如方向盘锁和OBD端口盖仍然有效. While some criminals use advanced methods, basic deterrents like steering wheel locks and OBD port covers remain effective. 警方敦促居民保证车辆安全, 并报告可疑活动. Authorities urge residents to secure vehicles and report suspicious activity.