Green Toyota Hilux stolen in Ratingen - police are looking for witnesses!

The importance of car theft for the community in Ratingen

Mettmann (ots)

Autodiefstähle are a significant problem that often has the greatest impact on the security perception of citizens. Between Monday, August 5, 2024 and Thursday, August 8, 2024, a green Toyota Hilux pick-up in Ratingen was stolen, which again puts the Dutch and the local population on alert.

The incident in detail

The incident occurred when a 25-year-old Dutchman turns off his pick-up at Parkservice Airport on Sohlstättenstraße, at number 18. At that time the car was four months old and had an estimated market value of 90,000 euros. The man only noticed the theft on Thursday evening around 6 p.m. when he wanted to return to pick up his car.

Investigations and searches

After the theft, the driver immediately alerted the police, who immediately initiated a search for the stolen vehicle. Despite the first search measures, the whereabouts of the pick-up remains uncertain. At the moment, the investigators have no specific indications of the perpetrators or where the car could be.

The role of the police and the community

The police in Ratingen took the incident seriously and initiated criminal proceedings and international search measures. It is crucial for the community that citizens report suspicions to increase safety in road traffic. The police therefore ask for information on suspects or vehicles to advance the case. People who have information are asked to contact the police on 02102 / 9981-6210.

conclusion: a call to vigilance

The theft of the Toyota Hilux asks the citizens of Ratingen to be more vigilant and better pay attention to their vehicles and the surrounding area. AutoFodes not only affect the individual, but also form the security situation and trust in the police. The local community should continue to actively contribute to improving the situation and are not afraid to pass on information in order to prevent similar incidents in the future