Car Thief Gets Instant Karma (the FINAL Glitterbomb 6.0)
Mark Rober
20 min, 27 sec
A comprehensive look into the operations targeting car thieves in San Francisco using a high-tech glitter bomb backpack.
Summary
- Mark Rober documents his elaborate plan to catch car thieves using a glitter bomb and fart spray rigged backpack.
- After his car was broken into, he decided to investigate the rampant car break-ins in San Francisco by teaming up with an investigative reporter.
- The video showcases the engineering of a new car-specific glitter bomb and the deployment of bait cars with bulletproof windows.
- The glitter bomb backpacks, once stolen, provide hilarious reactions from thieves; additionally, a GPS-tracked laptop leads to insights about fencing operations.
- The video concludes the glitter bomb series and advocates for policy changes to address the root causes of car break-ins and theft.
Chapter 1
Mark introduces the issue of rampant car break-ins in San Francisco and his personal experience with it.
- Mark reveals that his car was broken into and his backpack stolen.
- He mentions that 20,000 cars are broken into annually in San Francisco.
- Questions are raised about who is behind the break-ins and the fate of stolen items.
Chapter 2
Mark discusses his plan to use technology to catch car thieves by revisiting his glitter bomb concept.
- Inspired by past glitter bomb packages, Mark decides to create a car-specific version.
- He teams up with an investigative reporter and documents 25 break-ins.
- Acknowledges that this is the conclusive finale to the glitter bomb series, promising good reactions to the fart spray.
Chapter 3
The engineering process behind the new glitter bomb is showcased, with features tailored for use in cars.
- The new glitter bomb uses compressed gas for glitter dispersal and features a custom circuit board.
- It includes a car horn, cameras, GPS, and is all contained within a custom backpack.
- T-Mobile's network ensures footage is uploaded to the cloud.
- A secondary suitcase version is also created as a decoy.
Chapter 4
Mark details the setup of the bait cars, including bulletproof windows and additional deterrents.
- The bait car features polycarbonate windows and a surprise trigger mechanism for window tampering.
- A gaming laptop is modified with a GPS tracker and used as a non-glitter bait item.
Chapter 5
Thieves are captured on hidden dash cams, and their reactions to the glitter bomb and bait are recorded.
- Car thieves are caught on camera, showcasing their techniques and reactions to the bait.
- The glitter bomb and fart spray reactions are entertaining and varied, with some thieves being hit harder than others.
- One thief takes full blame for the foul smell, displaying a sense of honor among thieves.
Chapter 6
Mark analyzes the thieves' methods and their non-professional nature, revealing insights into the car break-in phenomenon.
- Most car break-ins are done by individuals, not organized gangs.
- Thieves use specific tools and techniques to break car windows quickly and efficiently.
- Some thieves are less experienced and their attempts are thwarted by the glitter bomb's defenses.
Chapter 7
Mark and the investigative reporter uncover a fencing operation, which is a potential key factor in the high rate of thefts.
- A GPS-tracked laptop stolen from the car leads to a known fencing operation.
- Investigative work shows that these fencing markets facilitate the exchange of stolen goods for money.
- Addressing these fencing operations could significantly reduce the incentive for theft.
Chapter 8
Mark concludes the series with the best reaction to the fart spray and reflects on the impact of the entire glitter bomb campaign.
- The final segment features the most satisfying instant karma moment with a thief's reaction to the fart spray.
- Mark wraps up the series with a recap of the impact of the glitter bomb videos over the years.
- He celebrates the achievements, including the return of stolen money and the shutdown of scam centers, as a result of the glitter bomb campaigns.