Detectives drawn from the serious crime unit have arrested an artisan, for repainting stolen vehicles
It was learnt that Mr.Duncan Ochieng Ouso worked with a car-snatching syndicate, which usually supplied him with stolen cars to repaint. The vehicles were subsequently sold to unsuspecting members of the public.
#FlyingSquad Detectives, acting on information, today arrested one male-Mr.Duncan Ochieng Ouso & confiscated Two motor vehicles; a Toyota Premio & a Toyota Wish. The suspect-notorious for receiving stolen motor vehicles & repainting them-was arrested at an apartment within Umoja. pic.twitter.com/k3kD4FtI8C— DCI KENYA (@DCI_Kenya) April 19, 2019
Further investigation has also led to the discovery of another vehicle which police tried to flag down over suspicious number plates but the driver sped off.
On being intercepted, the driver declined to stop. A chase ensued and the suspect abandoned the vehicle near Gilgil weigh-bridge &disappeared into the bush. Investigations continue.
What To Do After An Auto Theft?
Call the police immediately. In case, you are leasing your vehicle, also inform contact that lender and notify them of the theft so that they can also talk to the police as well as insurance company to discuss the case.
You need to give every single piece of information about the car; the VIN number, your car’s make and model, and where you last parked your vehicle. If you have a tracking device, like LoJack or OnStar, also provide that information to the police. Many new cars are manufactured, these days, with GPS technology so that police can track your car and thus stop the thieves. Once you’ve filed the police report, be sure to keep a copy on file or police report number. This will help you with your insurance claim.