Sheriff’s Office Offers Free Wheel Locks

After a nationwide spike in thefts of Kia and Hyundai vehicles, the automotive companies have provided the Clay County Sheriff’s Office with steering wheel locks to distribute for free to owners of the affected vehicles.

The locks are available to Clay County residents who own one of the below listed vehicles. Residents can pick up the locks from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday at the CCW Office, located at 27 S. Main St. in Liberty, Mo. They will need to provide proof of ownership of the vehicle and proof of Clay County residency.

HYUNDAI

Accent, 2011-2022

Elantra, 2011-2022

Elantra GT, 2013-2017

Elantra Coupe, 2013-2014

Elantra Touring, 2011-2012

Genesis Coupe, 2011-2014

Kona, 2018-2022

Palisade, 2020-2021

Santa Fe, 2011-2012 and 2019-2022

Santa Fe XL, 2013-2019

Santa Fe Sport, 2013-2018

Sonata, 2011-2019

Tucson, 2011-2022

Veloster, 2012-2017 and 2019-2021

Venue, 2020-2021

Veracruz, 2011-2012

KIA

Forte, 2011-2021

K5, 2021-2022

Optima, 2010-2020

Rio, 2011-2021

Sedona, 2011-2021

Seltos, 2021-2022

Soul, 2010-2022

Sorento, 2011-2022

Sportage, 2011-2022

KPGZ News - Brian Watts contributed to this story