Nijlen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – An 18-year-old was arrested in Nijlen after a high-speed police chase involving a stolen car, officials from the Berlaar-Nijlen police zone confirmed.
The car also included two more boys, ages 16 and 18, who were also taken into custody.
After a brief pursuit, the vehicle was stopped on the Beekstraat in Nijlen after having been stolen earlier in the day in Boechout, Belgium.
The automobile included three boys. The 18-year-old motorist was from Beauring, a village in Walloon.
The passengers, who were from Ranst, were 16 and 18 years old. The public prosecutor was given access to the three after they were brought to the police station for additional examination.
The owner has returned the vehicle.
The original owner of the Ford Ranger has regained possession of the vehicle while the 18-year-old driver was taken before the investigating judge.
What measures are being taken to prevent similar thefts in Berlaar-Nijlen?
Car thefts can be prevented and incidents like vehicle chases can be handled more quickly by increasing police presence and conducting targeted patrols in high-risk locations.
By encouraging citizens to stay watchful and report suspicious activities, a network of informal surveillance is established, which lessens the chance that criminals will go undetected.
Monitoring and evidence collection can be facilitated by placing surveillance cameras in public spaces and on streets where theft is likely to occur. In order to deter theft or speed up recovery, car owners are also urged to employ GPS trackers and immobilizers.
The danger of theft is decreased by teaching the public how to secure cars, such as locking doors, keeping keys inside, and parking in well-lit places.
Vehicle theft-focused police units can enhance the results of investigations and raise the possibility of catching criminals.
