The Transport MEC warns that used car dealerships face serious consequences if they buy or handle hijacked and stolen state vehicles, according to reports.
The warning comes as authorities highlight the risks posed by vehicles taken through carjacking and illegal acquisition from government fleets. The MEC’s message focuses on accountability beyond the original theft, indicating that dealers may be implicated if they knowingly purchase stolen property or fail to follow required checks.
While outlets do not conflict on the central warning, they vary in emphasis and detail. Some reports underline the legal and regulatory consequences for dealerships, while others frame the issue as a prevention effort aimed at reducing demand for stolen vehicles. Together, the coverage presents the warning as part of broader efforts to clamp down on the circulation of hijacked state assets and to encourage compliance and verification when acquiring used cars.
