Grand Theft Auto in the Crescent City

There is an article on page 1, below the fold, of today's Times-Picayune about a burglary and car theft. The thieves scaled a fence to access the lot, then broke into an out-building to nab the keys to two cars. To make good their escape, they used forklifts in the lot to plow through the chained gates.

The loot? Two unmarked police cars, one of which is equipped with blue light and siren. One has a license plate, the other doesn't.

The police are asking for help from the public to recover the stolen vehicles. You may contact them at 1.877.903.STOP(7867).

After you stop laughing. Mmmphhh!!!!