He said this time, the thieves got away with a Smart Pro key programmer valued at $17,000 and the Auto Pro Pad key programmer worth $2,900. He said the machines allow criminals to program keys for ...

Virginia Thieves could use a key fob programming tool to steal your car, police warn These key programming tools can be purchased online anywhere. They can range from $60 to $600.

Smith and Willey went to the back of the business, broke into the employee's work van, and stole two key programming machines, a Smart Pro key programmer, and an Auto Pro Pad key.