Residents living in Upper Manhattan, from Washington Heights to Hudson Heights, have been facing a surge in overnight tire thefts, leaving many without their wheels and no indication of when the crime might strike next, 1010 WINS reports.
Gerry Goss had all four tires stolen from his 2024 Honda Pilot, with the thieves going as far as smashing his window to gain access to the vehicle. He recounted the incident to 1010 WINS, revealing the extent of the damage. “They took all four tires that [were] left on 4 milk crates. Replaced the tires, repaired the window, and any damage that was done to the underside of the car while it sat on the crates, was $8,600 dollars,” Goss explained.
Residents in the area believe the thieves have refined their method, making the tire thefts quick and efficient. “In a matter of minutes, you know, even if you see them in the act and you call the cops, they’re gone,” Goss said, highlighting the swift nature of the crime.

Following the theft, Goss spoke with his building’s superintendent, who was able to pull up security footage from the building’s cameras. The video showed the suspects arriving at 2:55 a.m. and leaving just minutes later at 2:59 a.m. “I might sell it and get a way older model,” Goss remarked about his car after the incident.
Tire theft is classified as felony grand larceny, and although the latest NYPD statistics indicate a 10% decrease in grand larceny in the area compared to the previous year, local residents from the 34th Precinct told 1010 WINS that the crime is still occurring regularly, especially along Cabrini Boulevard.
When Goss asked the staff at his neighborhood repair shop about the types of vehicles they had been seeing, they confirmed that his car wasn’t the only target. “They told me that in fact that it’s Hondas, Hyundais and Toyotas,” Goss shared, suggesting a trend in the vehicles that are being targeted.
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