Stolen Tesla Recovered Fast Thanks to LoJack LE and LASD’s Auto Theft Taskforce
In a recent case that highlights the power of technology-driven policing, Detectives from TRAP (Taskforce for Regional AutoTheft Prevention) successfully recovered a stolen Tesla using the no-cost LoJack Law Enforcement (LE) app, a real-time GPS-based recovery tool built specifically for law enforcement agencies.
The case began when a Los Angeles man reported his Tesla stolen to the LAPD. He had initially lent the car to a friend, but when the vehicle wasn’t returned and a formal demand letter went unanswered, the situation escalated to auto theft. LAPD filed an official theft report and entered the Tesla’s information into the NCIC system.
Fortunately, the vehicle was equipped with a LoJack GPS tracking system. The owner contacted LoJack’s 24-hour stolen vehicle assistance line, and the details were immediately entered into the LoJack LE platform. That’s when the speed and precision of the system took over.
Detectives from LASD’s Taskforce for Regional Auto Theft Prevention (TRAP) began tracking the Tesla using LoJack LE. Within moments, they noticed that the vehicle was pinging a location in Carson, California. Officers were immediately dispatched to the area, where they found the stolen Tesla parked on a residential street.
As a tow truck arrived to secure the vehicle, a woman exited a nearby residence and claimed she had a personal agreement with the owner. However, LASD proceeded with the recovery, and the vehicle was safely returned to its rightful owner without further incident.
This case underscores the effectiveness of LoJack LE as a force multiplier for law enforcement agencies. The ability to receive live vehicle location data, coordinate across task forces in real time, and act quickly can mean the difference between a successful recovery and a total loss. For LASD TRAP detectives, this tool provided critical intelligence that turned a reported theft into a closed case – fast.
If you’re a law enforcement officer or agency leader looking to modernize your vehicle recovery strategy, the LoJack Law Enforcement app is a must-have in your toolkit. Want to see how the app can help your agency? Request a demo today and learn more about LoJack’s solutions for law enforcement.
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LoJack LE provides law enforcement with live GPS tracking to recover stolen vehicles quickly and effectively. If you’re looking to equip your agency with the tools needed to act fast and recover stolen property, request a demo of LoJack LE today and see how it can support your team in preventing auto theft.
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