SAN MARCOS, Texas (KXAN) – Amid a spike in auto thefts, the San Marcos City Council approved a grant application for $175,000 to combat auto crimes in the city.
According to San Marcos Police data, auto thefts in the city have increased by around 50% -- from 103 to 157 – so far this year compared to the same period in 2023. SMPD said asking for additional funding was necessary to thwart the increase in thefts.
“Region-wide, everyone's getting hit with auto thefts up and down [Interstate] 35,” said Brandon Winkenwerder...