A joint investigation by Atlanta police and the Fulton County District Attorney’s office has led to the arrests of more than 40 car thieves since Monday.
Local authorities say they are on an offensive aimed at cutting down a new trend in local auto thefts.
Atlanta Police Lieutenant Richard Mason says usually car thieves target newer vehicles. However, Mason says more criminals are taking advantage of state law and now going after older ones.
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