Kwara Police Deploy Technology To Recover Stolen Vehicle

The Kwara State Police Command has recovered a stolen vehicle through the deployment of modern policing technology.

The policemen activated an integrated vehicle tracking and immobilisation system linked to the vehicle’s security device to track down a Toyota Matrix vehicle stolen from Mandate Market, Adewole, Ilorin.

The spokesperson of the command, Adetoun Ejire- Adryemi confirmed the recovery of the stolen car in a statement yesterday.

She said, “ 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 plate number was recovered nearby.

“The vehicle has been recovered and secured at the State Criminal Investigation Department for further investigation, Ilorin. Concerted efforts are ongoing to identify and apprehend the perpetrators.

“The Kwara State Police Command reiterates its commitment to leveraging modern technology and intelligence-led policing in combating crime and ensuring the safety of lives and property across the state.”