Second-Hand Car Buyers Alert: Thieves Used GPS Trackers to Steal Vehicles in Noida

While technology has provided us with all sorts of comforts, it has also created many new problems. This case of car theft using GPS is nothing new, but this incident serves as a lesson for you to be wary of when buying a second-hand car.

Indeed, Noida Police has busted a vicious car theft gang that would sell second-hand cars to people and then steal them. GPS technology, rather than reconnaissance, was used to carry out the thefts.

This gang used to buy cars seized by banks at bargain prices. Before selling these cars to customers, the gang members would obtain duplicate keys. They would also install GPS tracking devices to track the cars. The customer was unaware that the car was equipped with GPS and was being tracked. The GPS tracker was connected to the criminals' phones, providing them with real-time location information. Using the GPS location, the criminals would access the car, unlock it with the duplicate key, and then flee.

A gray Tata Nexon car was recovered from their possession, which had recently been sold. After the car was stolen, the owner reported it to the police. The police team arrested three members of the gang. Previously, they had sold cars in this manner and had them stolen.

If you are buying a second-hand car, a similar incident could happen to you. When purchasing a second-hand car from a dealer, be sure to check the condition of the car as well as the presence of a tracker. It's possible that your car has a tracker installed without you even knowing it.

• Trackers are often installed under the dashboard or near the OBD II port, which is usually located under the steering wheel. Check for any external devices installed here.
• Portable magnetic trackers are often attached under the front or rear seats.
• Check by digging deep into the dashboard and storage compartments.
• Criminals sometimes install trackers under the car's outer bumper. Checking here is also important.