KIA AND HYUNDAI Thefts SPIKING, INSURANCE INDUSTRY AsSOCIATIONS ENCOURAGE YouTUBE TO REMOVE HOW TO’ VIDEOS

INDUSTRY DIRECTORS SAY YOUTUBE DOES NOT DO ENOUGH TO STOP PLATFORM MISUSE

DES PLAINES, Ill., Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Thefts of Kia and Hyundai automobiles increased dramatically across The United States In 2022, insurance industry associations stated that misuse of social media platforms like YouTube by criminal organizations and individuals is contributing to an increase in illegal activity. The International Association of Special Investigation Units, Coalition Against Insurance Fraud and National Insurance Crime Bureau sent a joint letter addressed to YouTube’s Chief Executive Officer. Susan Wojcicki Request that the social media platform delete “how-to” videos that give detailed instructions on how to steal Kia or Hyundai automobiles.

YouTube is not doing enough to stop the misuse of its platform.

“Everyday consumers are being victims by criminals using social networking platforms to learn the newest illegal tricks, and techniques,” said David GlawePresident and CEO, National Insurance Crime Bureau. “Some platforms don’t do enough to protect innocent victims against unnecessary harm.”

Many police departments in the U.S. reported dramatic increases in thefts of Hyundai and Kia vehicles since these tutorial-type videos began appearing on YouTube, TikTok and other social media platforms.

• ChicagoIn: 601 Kia, Hyundai vehicles were robbed August 2022This is compared to just 56 in August 2021According to the Cook County Sheriff’s Department.

• Los AngelesAccording to a report by, there was an 85% increase in thefts of Hyundai and Kia vehicles in 2022 as compared to 2021. Los Angeles Police officers.

• St. Louis: According to the, 48% of the 3970 motor vehicles reported as stolen between August and 2022 were Kia and Hyundai models. This compares with only 7% of all the vehicles that were stolen in 2021. St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department.

• Milwaukee (Where the original video was shot): Two-thirds of the 5,144 cars stolen between July and 2021 were Hyundai models.

“Insurance Fraud is the crime that we all pay for. These videos harm American consumers by driving up premiums and increasing auto thefts. This is unacceptable and must be stopped. “All of us can play a role in fighting insurance crime,” he said. Matthew Smith, Executive Director of The Coalition Against Insurance Fraud.

“All consumers will be negatively affected if criminals are allowed to share their trade tools and techniques via posting videos online,” said the statement. Celeste DodsonPresident of the International Association of Special Investigation Units. “It is not often the end of a crime when a vehicle has been stolen. But it can be the beginning. Vehicle thefts can be linked to a variety of criminal activities, including insurance fraud. The price of these crimes is passed on to the consumer through higher premiums.

Industry leaders acknowledged in a letter to YouTube that TikTok and other social media platforms need to do more to stop these videos being shared.  YouTube has not yet removed many of these videos.

REPORT FRAUD Anybody with information about insurance fraud or vehicle theft may anonymously call 800.TEL.NICB (808.835.6422), or submit a report. form Visit our website.

ABOUT THE NATIONAL INSURED CRIME BUREAU Headquartered here Des Plaines, Ill.The NICB, the nation’s largest not-for profit organization, is dedicated to fighting and preventing insurance fraud through intelligence, analytics and operations; education and crime prevention; and strategy, policy, and advocacy. More than 1,200 insurance companies and self insured organizations support the NICB. Over 1,200 members of the NICB wrote more than $582 billion In 2021, this would represent more than 82% national property-casualty and insurance premiums. This includes 96% of personal auto insurance in the country. Visit www.autoinsurance.gov to learn more. www.nicb.org.

READ MORE ABOUT THE COALITION AGAINST INSURED FRAUD  Insurance fraud costs consumers more than $20,000 and is a crime we all commit. $308.6B Each year. The Coalition, which was founded in 1993, is the nation’s only alliance to fight insurance fraud. 280+ member organizations The Coalition is comprised of: Under the Coalition banner, consumers, insurers and government agencies as well as legislators, prosecutors, and other committed partners, come together. No matter who is involved in the scam, the Coalition will fight it. Coalition has an unrivalled reputation because of the power of our diversity, and our unity in protecting consumers. The Coalition leads the fight against insurance fraud in our nation and with our global partners through advocacy, consumer education and research.

INFORMATION ABOUT THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR SPECIAL INVESTIGATION UNITS  Established in 1984 IASIU It is the world’s leader in improving the quality of the insurance fraud prevention community. This non-profit group includes more than 3,600 fraud fighting professionals and investigators from around the world.  IASIU is still focused on providing education, training and advocacy for its members. It also promotes a coordinated industry effort to increase awareness and combat fraud.

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