The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has flagged Honda CR-Vs, Ford F-150s, Range Rovers, and Dodge Rams as the most commonly intercepted vehicles in its clampdown on stolen cars trafficked into Ghana.
The agency’s caution comes amid ongoing collaborations with international law enforcement bodies, including Interpol, which has previously identified Ghana as a growing destination for stolen vehicles, particularly from North America.
“There are certain types of vehicles that are suspicious. The Honda CR-V series, Ford F-150, Range Rover, and Dodge Ram are consistently the top four in our recoveries. If you’re purchasing one of these, it should immediately raise concerns,” said Leo Anthony Siamah, Head of EOCO’s Legal Unit, in an interview with JoyNews on Saturday, August 23. He urged prospective buyers to exercise extra caution when considering these high-risk brands.
Mr Siamah also pointed to an emerging trend of unusually pristine vehicles entering the Ghanaian market. He explained that the sudden availability of accident-free 2023 and 2024 models atypical for the country’s vehicle import profile should trigger suspicion and thorough checks.
“If you’re looking at a 2023 or 2024 model that looks brand new and hasn’t been in an accident, you need to pause. That should trigger verification steps such as checking the car’s status with Interpol,” he advised.
Although the spotlight is currently on these four brands, Mr Siamah clarified that EOCO’s operations are not limited to them. The agency has also handled cases involving other makes, including Toyota Highlanders, Honda Accords, and Toyota Corollas.
