Crime Spree: Stolen Cars Used as Weapons in Smoke Shop and Gas Station Robberies

A stolen Kia intentionally crashed into a smoke shop on Norton Street in Rochester, New York. The car was abandoned inside the shop, and the business's door was shattered. Rochester Police are investigating the incident and following up on leads. Local leaders have expressed concerns about an increase in thefts of Kia and Hyundai models due to how-to videos on social media and the lack of proper anti-theft technology in these vehicles.