The Vehicle and Assets Dealers’ Association has criticised the Economic and Organized Crime Office’s (EOCO) recent actions regarding over 90 suspected stolen luxury vehicles from the United States of America and Canada, deeming them unnecessary and overblown.

EOCO suspects that these vehicles have been illegally brought to Ghana for sale, a claim strongly refuted by the dealers' association.

Earlier this year, in April, EOCO issued a directive to all vehicle dealers and individuals possessing 95 luxury vehicles suspected of being smuggled into Ghana. These vehicles were frozen by a court order, and EOCO instructed that they be surrendered to their office before May 31, 2023, to avoid legal action. Following the deadline, EOCO indicated its intention to legally confiscate the vehicles if the individuals failed to comply with the directive.

During a recent meeting outlining EOCO's five-year development plan, the organisation reiterated its commitment to tracking down those believed to be in possession of these suspected stolen luxury vehicles.

However, the Vehicle and Assets Dealers’ Association strongly opposes EOCO's actions.

Clifford Ansu, the Executive Secretary of the association, expressed his dissatisfaction with EOCO's approach during an interview with Kwame Okyere Junior (KOJ) on 5o5 on Class91.3FM.

He characterised EOCO's actions as unnecessary drama and dismissed the claim that luxury cars brought into the country are stolen.

The association believes that EOCO's concerns are unfounded and that the office's approach lacks merit.