Home Invasion in Davie: Thief Uses Stolen Keys to Steal Cars

Home Invasion and Vehicle Theft

• 🏠 A masked intruder entered a Davie home while a family slept, using stolen keys to steal vehicles.
• 🚗 The homeowner discovered his Escalade and Mercedes S580 were missing.
• 🔑 The intruder possessed both the key to the Mercedes and a spare key fob for the Escalade.

Suspected Key Acquisition

• 💡 The homeowner believes the spare keys may have been obtained after using a valet service in Hollywood.
• 🕵️ The case is under investigation, with theories suggesting how the keys might have been acquired.

Broader Trend of Vehicle Theft

• 📈 Police are investigating a pattern of car thefts, with a group reportedly paying teenagers or young adults to steal high-end cars.
• 📦 These stolen vehicles are often stripped for parts or shipped away in containers, affecting multiple counties.
• ⚠️ The homeowner warns others to be cautious and consider consulting with a security professional.