Stolen car traced and recovered in Anambra after detailed checks
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has recovered a suspected stolen Toyota Corolla in Nnewi, Anambra. The recovery was made at the NVIS Desk Office following a verification process that uncovered inconsistencies in the vehicle’s documentation. Mr. Osondu Ohaeri, the Corps Public Education Officer, said the car was forcefully taken from its owner, Mr. Onyechi Dickson, during a kidnapping incident. The operation involved collaboration between the FRSC, the Nigeria Police Force, and the Motor Licensing Authority.
What happened
- The FRSC recovered the stolen vehicle on April 4 at the NVIS Desk Office in Nnewi.
- The car was linked to Mr. Onyechi Dickson, who lost it during a kidnapping on Jan. 23, 2023.
- Discrepancies in the chassis number and color change from red to grey raised suspicions during document verification.
- The recovery led to the arrest of the agent who facilitated fraudulent documentation and the applicant.
- The vehicle is currently in the custody of the State Criminal Investigation Bureau for further investigation.
