Recovered Stolen Mercedes Offers Glimpse into Hijackers’ Tactics

A recently recovered Mercedes-Benz, which had been stolen and then found equipped with counterfeit license plates and a forged license disc, has shed light on the operational tactics of hijacking syndicates and their ability to exploit technological advancements to evade capture.

Specialist investigator Mike Bolhuis, drawing on his extensive experience in investigating serious, violent, and cyber crimes, shared insights regarding the strategies employed by hijackers to conceal their identities and mask stolen vehicles.

Marshall Security, on Tuesday, announced the retrieval of a stolen Mercedes-Benz C200 along Sinembe Crescent near uMhlanga Rocks Drive, situated in the Somerset Park region. This vehicle was reportedly taken from Reservoir Hills the previous week.

Following the recovery, Marshall Security disclosed that the abandoned vehicle was equipped with fraudulent plates and a counterfeit license disc. The South African Police Service (SAPS) had been actively searching for the vehicle.

However, as Bolhuis emphasizes, false license discs and plates merely scratch the surface of the broader issue associated with hijacking. Criminals exploit technological advancements, while law enforcement faces challenges in combating these crimes.

Bolhuis characterizes the m

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