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 ...

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.

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.