The Association of Kenyan Insurers reported that Toyotas are the most stolen vehicles in Kenya in 2024, comprising 54.91% of thefts. The report indicates a 28% decline in thefts from 2023, but recovery rates remain low at 15.92%. Key trends show that station wagons and white vehicles are most targeted, with thefts of vehicle parts being the highest recorded.
A recent report from the Association of Kenyan Insurers (AKI) indicates that Toyota vehicles are the most frequently stolen in Kenya. The data, compiled for the year 2024, reveals that 54.91 percent of all vehicles stolen were Toyotas. This clearly identifies Toyota as the leading target for thieves among vehicle brands.
Additional makes that are targeted include Isuzu at 12.88 percent, Mazda at 7.06 percent, Nissan at 5.83 percent, and Mitsubishi at 3.99 percent. The overall number of motor vehicles reported stolen in 2024 was 327, showing a significant 28 percent decline from the 419 cases documented in 2023, suggesting improvements in both security measures and vigilance.
Despite this decline, the report highlights concerns regarding recovery rates, with only 15.92 percent of stolen vehicles being successfully recovered. It was noted that vehicles registered with “KDs” were the most frequently stolen at 50.15 percent, followed by “KCs” at 35.17 percent. Additionally, registrations beginning with “KBs” accounted for 10.40 percent, and “KAs” for 1.83 percent.
The report further specifies that station wagons are the most commonly stolen body type, representing 67.80 percent of thefts. Other targeted body types include lorries at 11.46 percent, saloons at 6.81 percent, and pick-ups at 3.72 percent. Color trends show that white vehicles are the most stolen at 39.80 percent, followed by silver (16.72 percent) and black (15.38 percent).
Furthermore, the report indicates that 32.52 percent of stolen vehicles had an insured value of less than Sh1 million, while those valued between Sh1 million and Sh2 million represented 26.07 percent. Notably, the most valuable vehicle reported stolen was a Mitsubishi lorry valued at Sh12.2 million. The theft of vehicle parts comprised 54.28 percent, while parked vehicles accounted for 31.91 percent of thefts, and hijackings were responsible for 7.24 percent of cases.
The AKI report serves as a crucial awareness tool regarding vehicle theft trends in Kenya, particularly highlighting the vulnerabilities associated with Toyota vehicles. With an overall decline in theft numbers, it emphasizes the importance of security and vigilance among vehicle owners. However, the low recovery rates and specific trends in stolen vehicle characteristics indicate areas needing further attention from both law enforcement and the public to enhance vehicle security.
Original Source: www.the-star.co.ke
