Car-related crimes have risen this year in Washington, D.C., with motor vehicle thefts rising by 93% compared to 2022, according to the Metropolitan Police Department.

There have been at least 6,317 cars stolen in 2023 as of Monday, and at least 905 of those incidents are considered carjacking, which is a violent crime. Carjackings have doubled since last year, which saw more than 400 reported in November 2022. Carjacking is stealing a car by force, including when a driver or passenger is inside the car.

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"Your car is replaceable, but you’re not," the MPD said on its website. "Carjacking is a crime of violence that can be particularly scary. Knowing how to respond in a situation may mean the difference between serious injury or death and walking away unscathed."

The department said at least 77% of the carjackings involved a gun, and 158 carjacking arrests have been made. Two-thirds of the arrests involved minors.

The numbers come shortly after Mayor Muriel Bowser partnered with the local police department to unveil a new initiative that gives AirTags to drivers in the district. The drivers were required to live in certain hot spots and had to work for a ride-sharing service (such as Lyft or Uber) or a food delivery service (such as DoorDash).

The police department said the tags would not necessarily prevent a crime from happening but would help in catching and prosecuting the perpetrator.

“What we know is individuals that are involved in this type of criminal activity often commit multiple offenses, and a single arrest can help bring closure to multiple cases,” Police Chief Pamela Smith said when she announced the initiative in early November.

Washington's police department recommends drivers lock their cars, park the cars in well-lit and populated places if not at home, be aware of their surroundings, never leave children unattended in the cars, and never leave the keys in the vehicle in order to reduce their chances of becoming a victim. Drivers are also encouraged to hide their valuables from plain sight and stay alert.

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If a driver does become a victim of car theft or carjacking, residents are encouraged to call 911 and report the crime immediately.

The Washington Examiner has reached out to MPD for comment.