Attendants of an open-air car park in suburban Chongqing began removing car tires in a bid to deter thieves who had been targeting the area.

Li, one of the attendants, says felons had long targeted cars temporarily detained by traffic police overnight.

He also complained that he once had to pay 1,640 yuan for the loss of several number plates during his first eight days on the job.

Li's boss applauded the measure and keeps an eye on the stock of removed tires until the car owners arrive to collect their cars.

(Chongqing Morning News)