Comprehensive national data isn't available because the FBI's crime reporting system doesn't track carjackings. But large cities that track the crime reported increases in 2020 and 2021, especially as the pandemic took hold of the country. 'We recognize the fear and uncertainty'Chicago's clearance rate for carjackings is low, and has further declined during the pandemic. However, more agencies are beginning to track carjackings separately. Kim Smith, director of programs at University of Chicago's Crime Lab, says that tracking crimes in greater detail is a key part of finding solutions.

Source: CNN January 23, 2022 11:26 UTC