Only on Nantucket: The Curious Case of the "Stolen" Mercedes

Leaving keys in expensive cars in areas where everyone drives the same 5 luxury models is oddly common in some areas like Nantucket. It’s really jarring seeing the reminders from police there when you come from somewhere like NYC.

Reminder that the US is a blend of high and low trust societies existing in geographical proximity.

My parents still leave the door unlocked when they are home, especially if they are expecting anyone. Haven’t rung their doorbell in 25 years.

Meanwhile my condo with lobby staff, self closing & locking doors, many security cameras, etc has had break-ins and robberies ..

Wait a minute. There were two G-wagens in the parking lot, one a 1985 model and one (based on the photo) much more recent. These are $100,000+ cars. The owner told the cops the keys were not left inside. Are we saying that a random ignition key from a 40 year old car can start a 21st century G-wagen?

The kids who jack Kias for Tiktok views may just have found a new hobby.

In my next life I might feel bad about rich people. Not now though.

Now the great question is how come the same key is working with a different car ignition!

And there isn't a reply for that in the article!