√Queensland Police launches active stolen vehicle database

In an effort to assist police in locating stolen cars, a new portal will allow access to all the vehicle details of actively stolen vehicles.

The public will now have access to a stolen vehicle database from Queensland Police.

Updated daily, Queensland Police hopes the new online portal will allow the public to assist police in safely locating stolen vehicles and having them returned to their rightful owners.

While personal information has been withheld from public view, those accessing the database will be able to see the make, model, colour, and registration number of each stolen vehicle, as well as the suburb from which it was taken.

If a member of the public suspects a vehicle is stolen, then can also find a registration using the portal’s search function.

However, if a number plate is faked or taken from another car and attached to the stolen vehicle, it won’t necessarily flag the vehicle as being stolen.

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“Information from the public plays a crucial part in investigations, and this gives the community greater tools to tell police the active movements of stolen vehicles and the actions of those behind the wheel,” Queensland Police Youth Crime Deputy Commissioner Shane Chelepy said in a written statement.

“If you see a suspicious vehicle, members of the community can utilise this webpage, provide information to police and allow officers to take action.”

The public is reminded to call Triple Zero (000) if they witness a dangerous situation, or contact Policelink on 131 444 if they see something suspicious.

If you have information about a stolen vehicle, you can report it anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or by clicking here.

You can view the online stolen vehicle portal by clicking here.

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