Milwaukee becomes the latest city to announce a lawsuit against South Korean automakers Kia and Hyundai over rash of vehicle thefts, resulting in higher costs of fighting crime.
Police are warning Hyundai and Kia owners about a social media challenge that encourages people to steal these car brands and post videos of their joyrides.
City of Milwaukee is the latest to announce a lawsuit against South Korean automakers Kia and Hyundai over vehicle thefts.told FOX6 that 373 Kias and 304 Hyundais have been reported stolen so far this year, leading the city attorney to call the city "ground zero" when it comes to the thefts of the vehicles.
"As long as you live in the city of Milwaukee and pay taxes, you have standing," Spencer said. "You have damages from MPD having to respond, fire having to respond."
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