High-level member of auto theft rings sentenced to 24 yearsA report released by the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) shows another record-breaking year for vehicle thefts in 2023. Last year, more than one million vehicles were reported stolen and overall vehicle thefts increased. High-level member of auto theft rings sentenced to 24 years By Wire Reports on September 19, 2024 Felon stole vehicles from auto repair shops, dealerships and other businesses in Denver metro, Front Range and DIA.