Airbags stolen from Hondas in Pittsburgh in Squirrel Hill
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Pittsburgh police are investigating a flurry of overnight car break-ins in Squirrel Hill.
Pittsburgh Public Safety said Saturday that police received as many as 10 reports of Hondas that were vandalized. Officials said the driver's side windows were smashed out, steering columns damaged and airbags stolen.
KDKA-TV talked to Lawrence Glanz on Sunday, whose car was one of the many broken into.
"I saw some deer across the street eating at hostas," he said. "Tried to chase them away. I then looked at my car and said, 'Oh my God, they got me.'"
"When I called the police, he came down and said it was the first one on this street," he added.
Thieves are apparently stealing the airbags and selling them for quick cash.
So what can you do to protect your car? You can park in a garage, and if none are available, park somewhere in a well-lit area. Also, only use reputable garages. Some shops buy stolen airbags and charge the customer the price of a new one.
Police say anyone whose vehicle was broken into can file a report at 412-422-6520.