DVLA Exposes Cartel Manufacturing Fake DV Plates; Five Arrested

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has uncovered a criminal cartel involved in the production and distribution of fake DV number plates, leading to the arrest of five suspects.

The operation, carried out in collaboration with security agencies, exposed an illegal network that had been manufacturing and circulating counterfeit DV plates across different parts of the country. According to officials, the suspects were engaged in producing the fake plates and selling them to individuals who were not legally entitled to use them.

DV number plates in Ghana are reserved for specific categories of individuals and institutions, particularly those with diplomatic privileges. Authorities say the illegal manufacturing and sale of these plates undermines the integrity of the country’s vehicle registration system and poses a serious security risk.

Investigations by the DVLA revealed that the cartel had been operating secretly while distributing the fake plates to clients who sought to bypass proper registration procedures. The suspects are believed to have made significant financial gains from the illegal activity.

Officials also indicated that the group’s operations involved the use of forged documents to make the fake plates appear legitimate. This made it easier for vehicles using the plates to avoid detection during routine checks.

Following the arrests, the suspects have been handed over to law enforcement authorities to assist with further investigations. The DVLA has stated that efforts are ongoing to identify and apprehend other individuals who may be connected to the illegal operation.

The authority has warned the public against acquiring DV plates through unofficial channels, stressing that such actions violate the law and could lead to prosecution. It also urged motorists to ensure that their vehicles are registered properly through the approved procedures.

The DVLA reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the credibility of Ghana’s vehicle registration system and ensuring that all number plates issued meet legal requirements.

Authorities say additional investigations are underway to determine the full extent of the cartel’s activities and the number of fake DV plates that may have already been circulated.

Source: Thepressradio.com