The Kwara State Police Command has recorded another significant operational success through the effective deployment of modern policing technology, leading to the swift recovery of a stolen vehicle in Ilorin.
This is contained in a press release in Ilorin signed by SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, the Police Public Relations Officer.
On 27th April, 2026 at about 1400hrs, the Command received a report at the Anti-Car Theft Section of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Ilorin, that a Toyota Matrix vehicle was stolen earlier at about 1100hrs from a parking space at Mandate Market, Ilorin.
Acting promptly, operatives activated an integrated vehicle tracking and immobilization system linked to the vehicle’s security device.
The technology enabled real-time geolocation tracking and remote engine immobilization, which significantly aided the recovery effort.
The vehicle’s location was successfully traced to the Jebba Expressway axis, where it was found abandoned by the roadside.
Preliminary findings also revealed that the suspects attempted to frustrate identification by altering the registration number, while the original number plate was recovered nearby.
The vehicle has been recovered and secured at the State Criminal Investigation Department for further investigation.
Concerted efforts are ongoing to identify and apprehend the perpetrators.
The Police Command reiterates its commitment to leverage modern technology and intelligence -led policing in combating crime and ensuring the safety of lives and property across the state.
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