Shropshire Star

Police seize stolen car less than 24 hours after it was taken

Police seized a stolen Land Rover less than 24 hours after it was taken.

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Officers from Brierley Hill police located the vehicle in the early hours of this morning (August 1) after using a tracking device that was installed onto the car.

Officers and a recovery agent took part in an operation to take control of the vehicle, which was stolen less than 24 hours prior.

Brierley Hill Tweeter: "1st job of the shift, the recovery of this #stolen car which we have located less than 24 hours after it was stolen, thanks to a tracker.

"Great work by the recovery agent getting it out of a tight space. Please consider adding extra security to any keyless vehicle #DYcrimeteam"

West Midlands Police have been approached for comment.