Statement: “District 8 has the highest rate of motor vehicle theft in the city: almost one third of all cars stolen in San Diego are stolen in District 8,” says the campaign website for David Alvarez, the recently elected city councilman, as of Nov. 10.
Analysis: Voters elected Alvarez last week to replace District 8 City Councilman Ben Hueso, who represents the city’s southernmost neighborhoods. Alvarez defeated Ben Hueso’s brother, Felipe Hueso, with 58.7 percent of the total vote.
Fact Check: Where Vehicles Are Stolen in San Diego
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