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Prosecutors say an alleged car theft ring uses key fob programmers to steal cars, change their VINs and sell them to make a ...

Mike, who wanted to withhold his last name, programs key fobs for drivers who need a replacement. He said he believes he was targeted for his car key programmer in a South Side alley two weekends ago.

An inexpensive tool designed for locksmiths and car repair techs to quickly create new key fobs is being used to steal high-end vehicles at U.S. airports including DFW.(iStock / Getty Images ...

"They had upwards of 125 key fobs or something," HCSO Sgt. Eduardo Rivera said. It turns out that blank key fobs, sold online, can quickly be programmed to your car.