By Ava ThompsonFebruary 4, 2026 Crime Open Trunks: The Bold New Tactic Drivers Use to Outsmart Car Break-Ins Amid Soaring Crime in San Francisco and Oakland San Francisco and Oakland report a surge in car break-ins, prompting some drivers to leave trunks open as a deterrent. Residents say they’re “risking it all” to protect belongings amid rising crime concerns.