Police Crack Down on Vehicle Trafficking: 10 Stolen Toyota RAV4s and CH-Rs Recovered
Accra,Ghana – September 20,2025 - The Ghana Police Service has made a significant breakthrough in combating transnational crime, recovering 10 stolen vehicles trafficked from the Netherlands. The vehicles, comprising eight Toyota RAV4s and two Toyota CH-Rs, were recovered in various locations across Accra, including Kantamanto, Nima, and Cantonments.
The recovery was made possible through a joint operation between the Ghana Police Service and the Netherlands Embassy, in collaboration with Digitpol, an international security firm specializing in transnational crimes. The operation took place from September 15 to 17, 2025, and demonstrates the effectiveness of international cooperation in fighting vehicle-related crimes.
Director-General of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID), COP Lydia Yaakor Donkor, disclosed at a media briefing held on Saturday 20th September 2025 ,that the operation was part of intensified efforts to curb transnational vehicle crime. She emphasized that vehicle theft not only causes financial loss to victims but also tarnishes Ghana's international reputation and fuels other criminal activities.
“Recently, the Police collaborated with the Netherlands Embassy and Digitpol, a security company that works closely with the Netherlands Police, to track and recover stolen vehicles trafficked into Ghana,” she said.
COP Donkor advised potential car buyers to verify vehicle details with INTERPOL Accra before purchasing and demand proof of ownership from the country of origin.
The CID has been working with national stakeholders, including the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority, as well as international partners and embassies, to prevent Ghana from becoming a safe haven for stolen vehicles.
COP Donkor assured that efforts to retrieve trafficked vehicles will continue, with investigators having identified numerous additional stolen vehicles for recovery in the coming days.
Meanwhile ,the Police Service has advised prospective vehicle buyers to exercise caution when purchasing vehicles, especially second-hand imports. Buyers are urged to demand proof of ownership and verify vehicle details with INTERPOL Accra before finalizing any purchase. This advisory aims to prevent innocent buyers from unknowingly purchasing stolen property and facing potential legal complications.
Source – Lead News Online/Jeff Ago
