This year alone, Wichita police say auto thefts number more than 2,000. It’s a widespread problem the City of Wichita is addressing with a push for change at the state level.
The city is taking steps to convince lawmakers in Topeka to change the auto theft laws in Kansas and by doing so, cut down on a frequently-committed crime.
Currently, not all auto thefts are felonies. Wichita leaders want to change that and hope a new bill can stop repeat offenders
(Read more: KWCH News)