Police officers in Uasin Gishu County have launched investigations following rising cases of vehicles theft.
County Police Commander Ayub Gitonga Ali says they have witnessed increased reports of individuals whose vehicles have been stolen in the last few months.
In an interview with Uasin Gishu News, Ali noted that the culprits have mostly been targeting Toyota vehicles.
He however said they recently had a breakthrough into their probe.
“We have put in place measures to address this issue. Already we have noted that they are targeting small vehicles that are of Toyota brand,” noted the county police boss.
He further revealed that those involved in the theft have been using tricks, whole other vehicles are stolen from there they are parked.
“We have had a breakthrough and even now, some of the stolen vehicles have been recovered and handed back to the owners,” said the County Police Commander.
Eldoret car theft syndicate
Within the last few weeks, at least four cars have been recovered.
Other vehicles previously reported as stolen have also been found abandoned.
But the police admit the syndicate involved in the car theft might be wide, given the rising cases despite recent efforts to curb the vice.
So far, two suspects, one from Vihiga and the other from Kakamega counties have been arrested and charged.
“Looks that those involved in this criminal acts are many because we have arrested and charged some of them but we still report cases of vehicles being stolen,” Ali told Uasin Gishu News.
The police are now asking members of the public looking for vehicles to purchase to ensure they do due diligence to avoid buying those that have been stolen.
“Vehicle owners and those planning to buy should ensure they have all necessary documents because if found with a stolen car, your money will have lost,” the police boss advised.
