Police Rescue Thief Who Locked Himself Inside a Ford Focus
A wannabe thief in the U.K. lost his focus last weekend when he tried to steal a car. Unfortunately, that Focus did not lose him and he found himself trapped inside the very car he was trying to steal.
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The story
Per Fox News, the incident occurred on Sunday. The Force Response Unit West Midlands Police received reports about a man trapped inside a parked Ford Focus with stolen plates and acting strangely.
According to the police’s tweet, the officers arrived on the scene to find the thief locked in the car. They had to use a baton to smash the glass windows to extricate the bumbling burglar.
Needless to say, the suspect had just a brief period of freedom before the police locked him up in a jail cell for his misdemeanors. But, as Twitter user Aaron1984 put it, “[it’s] amazing he’s made it through life this far” and he’s a “definite future candidate for the Darwin Awards.”
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Why a Focus?
It’s understandable why the thief picked a Focus for his heist. The Ford Focus is a vehicle definitely worth nabbing. That is, if you can get past the built-in security system with an ignition disable device (available on select versions such as the 2018 model).
U.S. News & World Report praises the model for its agile handling, good predicted reliability rating, and two potent turbocharged engine options. This compact car can accommodate up to five passengers while achieving up to 40 mpg on the highway when equipped with front-wheel drive.
It also has a powertrain option that churns out a maximum of 350 horsepower if you prefer more response behind the wheel. Other perks are its spacious front seats which allow larger passengers to stretch out and a smooth ride quality which translates to a pleasant driving experience.
Whitney Russell resides in Dayton, though her spirit can be found beach-bumming in Puerto Rico (the land of her half-Puerto Rican heritage). When not crafting car-related content, she can be found chasing after the most amazing toddler in the world, watching her “beaver” of a husband build amazing woodworking projects, hanging out with two crazy dogs, and visiting family and friends. She also enjoys traveling, crafting, and binge-watching period dramas when time allows. See more articles by Whitney.