Recovery News
A Toyota Hi Lux was hijacked in Lenasia, Johannesburg South
23 January 2012
A Toyota Hi Lux was hijacked in Lenasia, Johannesburg South. Matrix Vehicle Tracking was informed of the situation and placed a lookout with the SAPS.
A Honda CR-V stolen in Pietermaritzburg, KZN; 2 Suspects Apprehended
22 January 2012
A Honda CR-V stolen in Pietermaritzburg, Kwa-Zulu Natal.
A Ford Focus was stolen during a House Robbery in Reeds, Centurion
22 January 2012
A silver Ford Focus was stolen during a house robbery at Reeds, Centurion.
A White Toyota Dyna was hijacked in Krugersdorp, West Rand
16 January 2012
A White Toyota Dyna was hijacked in Krugersdorp, West Rand by four armed suspects.
A White Toyota Hilux was stolen in Pretoria, 1 Suspect Apprehended
11 January 2012
A White Toyota Hilux was stolen in Roslyn, Pretoria. The customer also confirmed that there was a break in at the workshop and he cannot find the vehicle keys.
A Mercedes was stolen during a House Robbery in Johannesburg
10 January 2012
A silver Mercedes C200 was stolen during a house robbery in Glen Vista, Johannesburg.
An Audi was Stolen during a House Burglary in Rustenburg, North West
26 December 2011
A Matrix customer’s silver Audi A4 was taken in a house burglary in Rustenburg, North West.
A Honda Civic was Hijacked in Van Riebeeck Park, Kempton Park
24 December 2011
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer was involved in a hijacking in Van Riebeeck Park, Kempton Park.
A Shootout in Limpopo Results in 2 Suspects Apprehended
20 December 2011
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer had their white Toyota Dyna stolen in Bramley Park, Alexandra.
A Ford Fiesta Hijacked in Germiston is Swiftly Recovered
15 December 2011
A customer was involved in a hijacking in Leondale, Germiston.
Recovery of an Isuzu Truck that was stolen in Germiston
15 December 2011
An Isuzu Truck was stolen in Germiston, East Rand.
BMW 320i Stolen During A House Robbery in Vereeniging
14 December 2011
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer fell prey to a house burglary in Roshnee, Vereeniging.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered, 5 Suspects Apprehended
12 December 2011
A Toyota Hi Lux was hijacked in Tembisa, North Rand.
Stolen Vehicle Recovered, 2 Suspects Apprehended
10 December 2011
A Toyota Hi Ace was stolen in Roodepoort, West Rand.
Matrix Recovers Vehicle and Cargo
07 December 2011
A 2011 Mercedes Sprinter was hijacked between Brits and Thabazimbi, Limpopo.
Stolen Vehicle Recovery, 1 Suspect Apprehended
18 November 2011
An Isuzu KB250 was stolen in Chatsworth, Durban.
Matrix Recovers Stolen Vehicle, 1 Suspect Apprehended
16 November 2011
A Toyota RunX was stolen from Strubens Valley, Roodepoort.
Swift Recovery of Hijacked Vehicle
15 November 2011
An Audi A3 was hijacked from Randjespark, Midrand.
Vehicle Stolen During House Burglary
13 November 2011
A 2008 Toyota Fortuner was taken during a House Burglary in Sunninghill, Sandton.
Stolen Vehicle Recovered, One Suspect Apprehended
13 November 2011
A 2009 Toyota Hi Lux was stolen in Randfontein, West Rand.
Matrix Recovers Stolen Vehicle
11 November 2011
A 2006 Nissan Hardbody was stolen in Mafikeng, North West.
Quick Recovery of Hijacked Vehicle
07 November 2011
A Mercedes C220 vehicle was hijacked in Eldorado Park, Johannesburg.
Alarm Notification Confirms Stolen Vehicle
06 November 2011
A Matrix customer was notified of an Auto Theft Alarm signal.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered, 3 Suspects Apprehended
04 November 2011
A 2010 Hyundai i20 was hijacked in Dobsonville, Roodepoort South.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered; 2 Suspects Apprehended
26 October 2011
A 2007 Mercedes Sprinter vehicle was hijacked in Pimville, Soweto.
Quick Recovery of Stolen Vehicle
23 October 2011
The client requested a recovery on a 2011 Volkswagen Polo Vivo.
Hijacked Vehicle Tracked and Recovered
21 October 2011
A 2009 Toyota Corolla was hijacked from Selcourt, Springs.
Stolen Vehicle Recovered
19 October 2011
A Ford Focus was hijacked in Pietermaritzburg, Kwa-Zulu Natal.
Client Reunited With Stolen Vehicle
15 October 2011
A client requested a recovery on his 2006 Ford Ranger as he is unable to get a hold of the driver.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
13 October 2011
A 2008 Mercedes Sprinter was hijacked in Bela-Bela, Limpopo.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered, 2 Female Suspects Apprehended
08 October 2011
A 2004 Toyota Hi Ace was hijacked in Germiston, East Rand. Matrix Recovery Service was notified and requested their recovery team be dispatched. The vehicle was recovered in Windmill Park, Boksburg.
Stolen Vehicle Recovered, 3 Suspects Apprehended
07 October 2011
A Mazda was stolen in Sydenham, Johannesburg. Matrix Recovery Service was informed of the situation and positioned the vehicle in Meadowlands, Soweto.
Alarm Notification Confirms Stolen Vehicle
05 October 2011
A client was notified of a panic alarm. Upon investigation, it was discovered that the 2008 Mercedes Sprinter had been hijacked in Kwamhlanga, Gauteng.
Two Vehicles Recovered, One suspect Apprehended
01 October 2011
A 2010 Toyota Hi Lux was stolen in Waterkloof, Pretoria. Matrix Recovery Service was notified and dispatched their team. The vehicle was recovered in Discovery, Roodepoort North.
Alarm Signal Alerts Customer
01 October 2011
Matrix Recovery Service notified the client of an Auto Theft Alarm coming from their 2010 Toyota Hi Lux. Upon investigation, it was discovered that the vehicle had been stolen in Waterkloof, Pretoria.
Vehicle Stolen in House Robbery
28 September 2011
A 2004 Mercedes ML 270 was stolen during a house robbery in Hoogland, Randburg. Matrix Recovery Service was notified and the recovery team was dispatched.
Vehicle Tracking Device Confirms Stolen Vehicle
21 September 2011
Matrix Recovery Service notified the client of a panic alarm signal received from a 2008 Mercedes Sprinter. The client requested a recovery as no contact could be made with the driver.
Vehicle Tracking Leads To the Apprehension Of a Suspect
21 September 2011
A Toyota Raider was stolen in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. As soon as Matrix Recovery Service was notified the recovery team was dispatched. The vehicle was located in Sidbary, Port Elizabeth moving towards East London.
Vehicle Recovered After Being Stolen In House Robbery
21 September 2011
A 2010 Suzuki SX4 was stolen in a house robbery in Glenvista, Johannesburg. Matrix Recovery Service was notified and located the vehicle in Glenvista.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered After Attempted Signal Jam
17 September 2011
A 2006 BMW 130 was hijacked in Farrahmere, Benoni. Matrix Recovery Service was notified and located the vehicle stationary in Sasolburg, Vaal triangle.
One Suspect Apprehended After Car Chase
17 September 2011
A vehicle was stolen from Sea Cow Lake, Durban. Matrix Recovery Service was informed of the situation and positioned the 1996 Isuzu KB280 in Brairdene, Durban. The vehicle was on route towards Oetting, Kwa Zulu Natal.
Vehicle Tracking Device Leads To the Apprehension of Suspects
15 September 2011
A 1996 Toyota Venture vehicle was stolen from Tembisa, North Rand. Matrix Recovery Service was notified and dispatched their team.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered After House Robbery
12 September 2011
A 1999 BMW 523 was taken in a house robbery in Birch Acres, Kempton Park.
Quick Recovery of Stolen Vehicle
10 September 2011
A 2006 Toyota Fortuner was stolen in Waterkloof, Pretoria.
Stolen Vehicle Recovered
09 September 2011
A 2007 Toyota Corolla was stolen in Durban CBD.
Stolen Vehicle Recovered
02 September 2011
A 2008 Volkswagen Polo was stolen in Greenhill's, Randfontein.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
01 September 2011
A vehicle was hijacked in Zakaria Park, Lenasia.
Quick Recovery of Hijacked Vehicle
31 August 2011
A 2005 Toyota Hi Ace was hijacked in Johannesburg CBD.
Matrix Alerts Customer of Stolen Vehicle; 3 Suspects Apprehended
29 August 2011
A 2009 BMW 320 entered into a high risk area and a NoGo Zone alarm was received. Upon informing the customer of the alarm, he discovered that the vehicle was taken during a break-in on the business premises.
One Firearm and three suspect's apprehended
26 August 2011
A client requested a recovery on his 1996 Toyota Venture, as no contact could be made with the driver and the vehicle was off its normal route. Matrix Recovery Service located the vehicle in Lenasia South moving towards Geluksdal, Johannesburg South.
Stolen Vehicle Recovered After House Robbery
24 August 2011
During a house robbery in Rynfield, Benoni a 2006 BMW 320 was stolen. Matrix Recovery Service was informed of the situation and positioned the vehicle in Tsakane, East Rand.
Stolen Vehicle Recovered, 2 Suspects Apprehended
20 August 2011
A 2010 Volkswagen Polo Vivo was hijacked in Brakpan, East Rand. Matrix Recovery Service was notified and requested the recovery team be dispatched.
Panic Alarm Confirms Hijacked Vehicle
20 August 2011
A panic alarm was received from a 2008 Volvo FH440. The client was notified and confirmed the vehicle was hijacked in Delmas, Mpumalanga.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
19 August 2011
A 2011 Toyota Hi Lux was hijacked in Clayville, Midrand. Matrix Recovery Service was notified and requested that their recovery team be dispatched.
Vehicle Stolen In House Robbery; One Suspect Apprehended
14 August 2011
During a house robbery in Norkem Park, Kempton Park a 2007 Nissan 1400 was stolen.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered while, Two Suspects were Apprehended
14 August 2011
A 2008 BMW X5 was hijacked in Centurion, North Rand.
Alarm Notification Confirms Stolen Vehicle
13 August 2011
Matrix Recovery Service notified the client of an auto theft alarm signal on a 2008 Volkswagen Velocity.
Hijacked Vehicle Tracked and Recovered
08 August 2011
A 2007 Hyundai H100 was hijacked in Maraisburg, Roodepoort on the 8th August 2011. Matrix Recovery Service was informed of the situation and positioned the vehicle in Dube, Soweto and tracked it moving towards Klipspruit, Soweto.
Vehicle Recovered, One Suspect Apprehended
07 August 2011
A 2005 Subaru Impreza was stolen in Kensington, Johannesburg on the 7th August 2011. Matrix Recovery Service was notified and then requested that their recovery team be dispatched.
Vehicle Recovered Before Suspects Could Clear Out Cargo
05 August 2011
A Matrix client was notified of a panic alarm by Matrix Recovery Service. Upon investigation it was discovered that the vehicle was indeed hijacked with its cargo.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
02 August 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service customer called in at 09:55 on the 2 August 2011, to report that he had been hijacked in his Mercedes Sprinter in Newlands, Johannesburg. Matrix Recovery Service was requested to dispatch at 09:57, while a lookout was placed with the SAPS.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
01 August 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client called in at about 09:50 to report that he had just been hijacked and luckily managed to escape being held hostage by the suspects.
The vehicle was hijacked in Carletonville, West Rand.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
01 August 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client called in around 18:06 reporting that he had just been hijacked in his BMW 323 as he was leaving his offices in Isando, Kempton Park. Matrix Recovery Service was requested to dispatch at 18:07, while a lookout was placed with the SAPS.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
25 July 2011
On 25 July 2011, a Mercedes C200 Kompressor was hijacked in Ridgeway, Johannesburg. Matrix Recovery Service was requested to dispatch ground and air at 13:59, while a lookout was placed with the SAPS.
Stolen Vehicle Recovered
24 July 2011
At 13:24 on 24 July 2011, a BMW X3 was stolen in Bryanston, Sandton. Matrix Recovery Service was requested to dispatch immediately, while a lookout was placed with the SAPS.
1 Suspect Apprehended
21 July 2011
On 21 July, a Matrix client phoned in to report that he had just been hijacked in Eden Park, Alberton. Matrix Recovery Service was requested to dispatch immediately, while a lookout was placed with the SAPS.
Stolen Vehicle Recovered
18 July 2011
A Matrix customer called in around 06:38 on 18 July to report the theft of his Toyota Siyaya. The vehicle was stolen in City Deep, Johannesburg. Matrix Recovery Service was requested to dispatch immediately, while a lookout was placed with the SAPS.
Stolen Vehicle Recovered
16 July 2011
On 16 July, a Matrix customer called in to report that he just received notification from his driver that his VW Golf was stolen. The vehicle was stolen in Yeoville, Johannesburg. Matrix Recovery Service was requested to dispatch immediately, while a lookout was placed with the SAPS.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
16 July 2011
On 16 July a Matrix customer called in to report that his driver had just been hijacked in his Toyota Hilux.The vehicle was hijacked in Hammanskraal, Gauteng. Matrix Recovery Service was requested to dispatch immediately, while a lookout was placed with the SAPS.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
10 July 2011
A representative from the SAPS called in at about 19:37, to report that a VW Citi Golf had just been hijacked in Mamelodi, Pretoria. The Matrix client and 1 other occupant were taken along and dropped off on the Soweto Highway near Booysens, Johannesburg.
Stolen Vehicle Recovered
10 July 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client called in at around 11:20 to report that his Landrover Discovery 3 had been taken during a house robbery. He had gone out with his wife’s vehicle and upon returning, he noticed that his vehicle was missing, as well as household items.
One Suspect Apprehended!
09 July 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client called in to report that his Jeep Wrangler had just been stolen from the car wash in Pretoria West. Matrix Recovery Service was requested to dispatch immediately, while a lookout was placed with the SAPS.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
05 July 2011
A Matrix customer called in on 5 July to report that her driver had just been hijacked in her Opel Corsa. The driver had been sent to collect money and on his way back he was hijacked.
Two Suspects Apprehended
03 July 2011
A Matrix client called in at about 02:49 to report that he had just been hijacked in his Mercedes C220, while at the Shell Garage in Honeydew, Randburg. He was approached by 3 suspects all armed with handguns, wearing SAPS Uniform, and driving a White Nissan Harbody.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered!
26 June 2011
On 26 June 2011, a Matrix Recovery Service client phoned in to report that his Toyota Yaris had just been hijacked. The client was hijacked by 3 suspects, of which 2 of the three men were armed.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
25 June 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client was reversing out their driveway, when they were approached by 3 armed suspects wearing dark clothing. The suspects ordered them to get out the car and then sped off in the client’s Mercedes C350.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
24 June 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client called in at about 21:47, to report the hijacking of his VW Golf on Allandale Road, Midrand. There were 3 suspects of which 2 were armed.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
17 June 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service customer called in to request that his Mercedes Sprinter be recovered as he could not make contact with the driver. Matrix Recovery Service was requested to dispatch at 12:14.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
15 June 2011
A Mercedes Sprinter was hijacked in Tembisa, Midrand, on 15 June 2011. The Matrix customer phoned Matrix to report the incident and Matrix dispatched its recovery service immediately after notification, while a lookout was placed with the SAPS.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
13 June 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client’s brother called in on 13 June 2011. He had called in to report that he had just received word that his brother was hijacked while driving his Mini Cooper in Villa Lisa Boksburg.
Stolen Vehicle Recovered
11 June 2011
On 11 June 2011, Matrix Recovery Service received a phone call from a client who was reporting the theft of his Toyota Hi Ace. His driver had just phoned him when he went to pick up the vehicle to go to work and had discovered that it was now missing.
Vehicle Recovered after House Robbery
10 June 2011
On 10 June 2011, Matrix Recovery Service received a tip off from the SAPS control room. There had been a house robbery in Onderstepoort, Pretoria and the suspects had fled off with the client’s VW Golf. Unfortunately, the suspects had cut off the house telephone and took the client’s cell phone, so they could not contact Matrix themselves.
Stolen Vehicle Recovered
07 June 2011
On 7 June 2011, a Matrix Recovery Service client phoned in at 16:14, to report that her vehicle had been stolen at her home, but was not too sure at what time.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
06 June 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client phoned the 24 hour National Operations Centre at about 16:32, to report that he had received a call from his driver to inform him that they were being held at gunpoint by a number of suspects, possibly a hijacking in progress.
Stolen Vehicle Recovered
03 June 2011
On 3 June, a Matrix Recovery Service client called in at about 18:52 to report that his Toyota Verso had just been stolen. The client had been contacted earlier over a Panic and AAT alarm and upon investigation she could not find her vehicle where she had originally parked it.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
31 May 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client phoned in at about 20:28 on 31 May to report that her son had just been hijacked, while driving her Golf V GTI. Her son was approached by 2 armed suspects in Springs and was requested to get out of the vehicle. No further details could be supplied.
Vehicle Stolen During House Robbery
29 May 2011
On 29 May 2011, a Matrix Recovery Service client had his vehicle stolen from his home in Blairgowrie during a house robbery. Four armed suspects arrived in a white Opel Corse Utility and after taking a few household items, they sped off in the client’s Volkswagen Jetta.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
26 May 2011
A Matrix client called in at approximately 15:23 to report that she was hijacked in her Ford Focus at her gate, while on her way home from work. There were 4 suspects, 2 of which approached her and one of which was armed. The suspects were driving a white sedan.
Vehicle Recovered after House Robbery
23 May 2011
On 23 May 2011, a Matrix Recovery Service client and his family were confronted by 4 armed suspects carrying guns, at their home in Vaalpark, Sasolburg. The suspects took some household goods and fled with the client’s Jeep Cheerokee. As soon as the client had a chance and it was safe to do so, he called the Matrix 24 hour call centre to report the incident, which had taken place approximately 1 hour earlier at 21:30.
Rolex Gang Strikes Again!
21 May 2011
On Saturday 21 May, a Matrix Recovery Service client went to the East Gate mall as he usually does on the weekend with his wife and daughter. They spent about 3 hours there and then left to go visit an old aged home in Jet Park.
1 Suspect Apprehended
21 May 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client called in at about 13:30 on 21 May, reporting that his Audi A3 had been stolen. It was taken during a house burglary at the client’s home in Wapadrand, Pretoria.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
16 May 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client phoned the Matrix 24 hour National Operations Centre at about 09:58 to report the hijacking of Toyota Quantum. The vehicle was hijacked in Katlehong.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
14 May 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client called in at about 21:38, reporting that his wife had just been hijacked while driving his Toyota Yaris. The hijacking took place at their residence in Isipingo, Durban, by 3 suspects on foot of which 2 were armed. They forced his wife from the vehicle and fled. No injuries were reported.
3 Suspects Apprehended
14 May 2011
On 14 May 2011, Matrix Recovery Service received a Geo lock violation alarm for a Toyota Fortuner. Matrix contacted the client to inform them of this alarm. On investigation, the client discovered that their vehicle had been stolen from Fordsburg, Johannesburg.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
07 May 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client called in on 7 May 2011 at about 20:44, to report that his Toyota Quantum had just been hijacked. The vehicle was hijacked in Kew, Sandton.
4 Suspects Apprehended
05 May 2011
On the late morning of 5 May, a Matrix Recovery Service client was hijacked in Eldorado Park, Johannesburg, while driving her Mercedes Sprinter.
Matrix Recovery Service was notified of the incident and dispatched immediately, while placing a lookout with the SAPS.
1 Suspect Apprehended
04 May 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client phoned in at about 10:57, reporting that his Mercedes Sprinter 3 was hijacked by an undisclosed number of suspects. The suspects were all armed and were driving a Black Toyota Run-X. The driver was shot and injured. The suspects shot at the armed escort as well.
Hijacked Truck Recovered
03 May 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client had her Isuzu 4t-on trucked hijacked in Sabenza, Edenvale. As soon as she had been notified of the hijacking she contacted Matrix Recovery Service.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
01 May 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client was notified of a Panic alarm. Upon checking up on the driver the client confirmed that the driver had been hijacked in Aston Lake, Springs.
One Suspect Apprehended
26 April 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service customer was hijacked in his Audi A4 outside his home in Rooihuiskraal, Centurion by one armed suspect. Matrix Recovery Service was requested to dispatch ground and air at 18:41, while a lookout was placed with the SAPS.
One Suspect Apprehended
24 April 2011
On 24 April 2011, a Matrix Recovery Service customer was notified of a power down alarm at 12:12 on his Isuzu KB280. Upon investigation it was discovered that the vehicle was missing. The vehicle had been stolen in the Western area, Randfontein.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
18 April 2011
On 18 April 2011, a Matrix Recovery Service client was notified of a power down alarm. When no contact could be made with the driver, the client requested a recovery.
Vehicle Taken During House Robbery
13 April 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client called in on 13 April at about 18:50, to report that her Toyota RunX 1.4 was taken after she was held up in her house by 3 armed suspects. The incident took place in Yeoville, Johannesburg. No further details were supplied.
Stolen Vehicle Recovered
12 April 2011
On 12 April 2011, a Matrix Recovery Service client called in to report that her truck was stolen from her site in Protea Glen, Soweto. Apparently there was a break-in and the truck was taken by armed suspects
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
11 April 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client called in on 11 April at about 21:11 to report that his younger brother had just been hijacked. Apparently, a black Golf was following him when armed suspects got out of the vehicle and took control of his Golf 6 GTI.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
11 April 2011
On 11 April 2011 a Matrix Recovery Service client called in after he had just been notified that one of his drivers had been hijacked. The Mercedes Sprinter 3 was hijacked in Pretoria West while the driver was doing his usual work routine.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
05 April 2011
On 5 April 2011, a Matrix Recovery Service client phoned in at about 02:20 to report that his driver was hijacked in Orange farm, Vaal Triangle at about 20:00 that evening. The client was only reporting the incident now, as the driver had been taken hostage and only dropped off later in Devland, Johannesburg.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
05 April 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client called in at about 18:54 on the 5 April 2011. He had just been hijacked in his Audi A4 at gunpoint by 3 armed suspects. This occurred as the client was reversing out of his garage at his residence in Sandown, Sandton.
2 Suspects Arrested
31 March 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service agent had received a tip off that an Audi A3 had been hijacked in Benoni. Matrix Recovery Service checked their systems to verify that it had a Matrix unit installed. The check turned out to be positive and Matrix Recovery Service immediately dispatched to recover the vehicle in question.
One Suspect Apprehended
29 March 2011
On 29 March 2011, a Matrix Recovery Service operator received a phone call from a client who had just had their Nissan UD40 stolen, while parked outside Golden Walk Mall in Germinston.
Stolen Vehicle Recovered!
27 March 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client called in on 27 March 2011 to report the theft of his Mercedes Sprinter. The vehicle had been parked behind a closed gate at a school in West Porges, Randfontein when it was taken.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
24 March 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client called in at approximately 08:00 on the morning of 24 March 2011. The client had just been hijacked right in front of her house in South Hill, Johannesburg and confirmed that there was one armed suspect.
6 Suspects Arrested!
23 March 2011
On 23 March 2011, a Matrix Recovery Service client phoned in at 09:46. They had received a panic alarm from their Mercedes Sprinter and as they could not get hold of the driver, they feared that the vehicle might have been hijacked.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
21 March 2011
On 21 March 2011, Matrix Recovery Service received a phone call from a client who was reporting the hijacking of his company’s Toyota Quantum.
1 Suspect Arrested
19 March 2011
A Toyota Yaris was stolen from Glenhazel, Johannesburg on 19 March 2011. Matrix Recovery Service was contacted by the SAPS, who informed them that the client had come straight to them, as they were not allowed to use their phone at that time of the day for religious reasons.
1 Suspect Arrested
16 March 2011
On 16 March 2011, a Matrix Recovery Service client phoned in to report the hijacking of his Mercedes Sprinter that was hijacked by Halfway House.
One Suspect Arrested
13 March 2011
On 13 March 2011, a Matrix Recovery Service client requested the recovery of his Hyundai H100, as he had received a power down alarm and when he requested the vehicle’s position he was told that it was positioning in Kwamhlanga when it should have been be in Pretoria.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
08 March 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client called in at around 18:42 on 8 March 2011. His wife had just called him to inform him that she had just been hijacked and assaulted. The hijacking took place in Benoni.
Hijacked by 3 Armed Suspects
08 March 2011
On 8 March 2011, a Matrix Recovery Service client called the National Operations Centre at around 17:50 to report that they were hijacked at their residence by 3 armed suspects. The suspects drove a white Jetta.
Stolen Vehicle Recovered
06 March 2011
On 6 March 2011 at 11:47, a Matrix Recovery Service client phoned the National Operations Centre to report the theft of her Toyota Hi Lux. The vehicle had been stolen in Rossetenville outside a shopping complex.
Hijacked by 2 Armed Suspects
03 March 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client called in at about 21:21 to report that he had been forced from his Polo VW by two suspects. The suspects were on foot and were armed with handguns. The hijacking took place in Selcourt, Springs. Matrix Recovery Service was requested to dispatch immediately, while a lookout was placed with the SAPS.
Hijacked by 4 Armed Suspects
03 March 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client phoned in on 3 March 2011 at 06:14 to report the hijacking of his Toyota Condor. The hijacking took place outside his house when he was approached by four armed suspects.
Stolen Vehicle Recovered
25 February 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client called in at around 08:48 on 25 February 2011 to report that her husband’s Opel Corsa Lite was stolen. Her husband had stopped at a garage shop on his way to work. When he returned to his vehicle, it was no longer there.
One Suspect Apprehended
25 February 2011
On 25 February a Matrix Recovery Service client had her Audi A3 sold under false pretence in Silverton, Pretoria. The vehicle had actually been stolen and sold to another client using false documents.
Hijacked by 4 Armed Suspects
20 February 2011
On 20th February 2011 a Matrix Recovery Service client phoned in to report that he was approached by 4 armed suspects who took possession of his Mercedes E350 and sped off.
2 Suspects Arrested
19 February 2011
On 19 February 2011, a Matrix Recovery Service client phoned in at about 18:41 to report the theft of his Tata Indica. He had parked his vehicle at about 16:00 and noted that it was still there around 16:50. However, at 18:20 when he went to inspect the vehicle, he realised it was gone.
Hijacked Truck Recovered
16 February 2011
A Matrix Recover Service client phoned in to report that his driver was hijacked in Germinston. He said he was notified of the hijacking after he tried to contact his driver and someone else picked up the phone and informed him that his driver had been pulled out of his truck and beaten.
Vehicle Safely Returned to Owner
13 February 2011
On 13 February 2011, the Matrix Recovery Service National Operations Centre received a GeoLoc violation from a client’s Ford Bantam. The Matrix Recovery Service client was immediately notified and upon investigation the client confirmed that the vehicle was missing.
Vehicle Hijacked in Randburg
12 February 2011
On 12 February 2011, a Matrix Recovery Service client called in around 20:49 reporting that they had just been hijacked while driving their Toyota Rav4.
Vehicle Stolen at Panel Beaters
09 February 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client phoned in on 9 February at around 16:45. His Volvo XC60 had been at the panel beater for some repairs when he was informed by a Volvo tech, who went to inspect the vehicle that it was not there.
Stolen Vehicle Recovered
07 February 2011
On 7 February 2011, a Matrix Recovery Service client called in at around 17:10 to report the theft of his Toyota Hi Lux. He claimed to have last seen his vehicle 45 minutes earlier in the Woodstock area in Cape Town.
Stolen Vehicle Recovered after ATT Alarm was Received
04 February 2011
Matrix Recovery Service called a Matrix Recovery Service client, after an AAT alarm was received from his Toyota Fortuner.
Panic Alarm Alerts Client of Hijacking
03 February 2011
On 3 February 2011, a Matrix Recovery Service client was contacted as the National Operations Centre received a panic alarm from the Matrix unit in their Toyota Quantum.
Missing Vehicle Returned
31 January 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client became concerned over the whereabouts of his son after he had taken his Hyundai H100 a few days earlier and had still not returned.
Vehicle Safely Returned
30 January 2011
On the morning of 30 January 2011, a Matrix Recovery Service client lent her vehicle to her parents for use. At 19:27 on the very same day, the Matrix Recovery Service client phoned in to request the recovery of her Isuzu KB220, as her parents had still not returned.
Hijacked at Petrol Station
29 January 2011
On the evening of 29 January 2011, while at a petrol station, a Matrix Recovery Service client was approached by two armed men. The men took possession of his VW Golf and fled.
Vehicle Stolen during House Robbery
24 January 2011
At 07:01 on 24 January 2011, a Matrix Recovery Service client called to report the theft of her vehicle. She said she woke up to find that her house had been burglarized and her Ford Focus was missing along with the keys.
3 Suspects Apprehended
23 January 2011
On 23 January 2011, a Matrix Recovery Service client called in at 03:39, to report that her Toyota Venture had been hijacked by 1 armed suspect in Rabie Ridge, Midrand.
One Suspect Shot during Recovery
21 January 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client phoned in at 07:59 to report that his brother was busy opening their Supermarket in Tsakane, when suspects approached him, held him at gun point, and took off with their Opel Corsa Utility.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
19 January 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client phoned in on 18 January 2011, to report that he had been hijacked in Eldorado Park, Soweto.
Assaulted Driver Gets his Vehicle Back
16 January 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client was informed of a panic button that the Matrix Recovery Service’s National Operations Centre received from his Toyota Hi Lux.
3 Suspect Apprehended during Recovery
15 January 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client phoned in on the 15 January 2011 at about 02:28 to report the theft of her Mercedes Kompressor.
2 Suspects Apprehended
13 January 2011
On 13 January 2011, a Matrix Recovery Service client phoned in to report the theft of her Toyota Siyaya. The vehicle had been parked by her driver in Booysen Park in the Eastern Cape.
Hijacked at Gun-Point
10 January 2011
On 10 January 2010, a Matrix Recovery Service client went to open up his store as per usual at 07h00. However, on arrival 3 armed men were waiting for him and robbed him of his cell phone and his vehicle. The incident took place in Duduza, Springs.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
07 January 2011
On 7 January 2010, a Matrix Recovery Service client phoned in at 14:00 to report the hijacking of their Nissan Navara. The vehicle had been hijacked in Boksburg and Matrix Recovery Service was requested to dispatch ground and air immediately, while a lookout was placed with the SAPS.
Hijacked Vehicle Returned to Client
05 January 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client phoned in on 5 January 2010 at about 10:13 to report the hijacking of his White Toyota Quantum. One of his drivers had been driving in Orlando, Soweto when an undisclosed number of suspects approached him and hijacked the vehicle.
Stolen Vehicle Recovered
03 January 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client phoned in to report the theft of their VW Polo from their yard in Cresta, Randburg and request the recovery of this vehicle.
1 Suspect Apprehended
03 January 2011
On 20th December 2010, a Matrix Recovery Service client phoned in to report the hijacking of his freightliner Argosy.
ATT Alarm Alerts Client of Theft
03 January 2011
On the 16th December 2010, a Matrix Recovery Service client was contacted as the Matrix Recovery Service Operations Centre received an ATT alarm for the client’s Toyota Hi Lux.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered Safely
03 January 2011
Matrix Recovery Service received a phone call from a client at 21:50 who was calling in to report that her Toyota had just been hijacked.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
03 January 2011
On 11th December 2010 a VW Golf 1.6 was hijacked in Kwa Thema, Springs.
Taken Without Consent
03 January 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client called in on the 9th December 2010 at 21:12 to request the recovery of her white Mazda B-Series.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
03 January 2011
A Matrix Recovery Service client phoned in on 13th December 2010 at around 04:56 to report that his father’s Honda Civic had just been hijacked. The Honda was hijacked in Reservoir Hills, Durban.
Vehicle stolen during House Robbery
03 January 2011
A Toyota Fortune was stolen during a house robbery in Roodepoort.
1 Suspect Apprehended
26 November 2010
On 26th November 2010, an Isuzu S/Cab was hijacked in Soweto, Johannesburg.
Hijacked vehicle recovered
25 November 2010
On 25 November, a Matrix Recovery Service client phoned in to report the hijacking of his Toyota Fortune.
Hijacked vehicle recovered
24 November 2010
On the 24th November 2010, the Matrix Recovery Service Operations Centre received an ATT alarm for a Toyota Quantum.
Dedicated to the recovery, despite the obstacles
19 November 2010
A Matrix Recovery Service client phoned in at 14:10 to report the theft of his Toyota Stallion. The vehicle was stolen in Village Main, Johannesburg.
4 Suspects Apprehended
17 November 2010
A Matrix Recovery Service client called in at around 22:55 on 17 November, requesting the recovery of his Volvo.
Thieves are everywhere...but so is Matrix!
17 November 2010
A Matrix Recovery Service client called in at about 14:27 on the 17 November 2010. She informed the Matrix Recovery Service operator on duty that her Toyota Land Cruiser was stolen from the Barkley Square Shopping Centre in Sunnyside, Pretoria.
Vehicle Stolen During House Robbery
13 November 2010
On 13 November at about 03:17, a Matrix Recovery Service client called in to report that 4 suspects, of which 2 were armed with handguns, forcefully entered his residence in Bredell AH, Kempton Park.
3 Suspects Stopped in their Tracks
10 November 2010
On 10 November 2010, while shopping around at the Builder’s Warehouse corner Witkoppen and Rivonia, Sunnighill, a Matrix Recovery Service client returned to the parking lot to find that his Toyota Corolla was no longer there.
Recovered- Just in Time!
10 November 2010
On 10 November 2010 the Matrix Recovery Service Operations Centre received a NoGo alarm from a HI Lux 2.0 s/cab.
Hijacked by 3 armed suspects
02 November 2010
A Matrix Recovery Service client called in at about 11:33 to report that he was hijacked by 3 armed suspects in Eikenhof, near Johannesburg.
Hijacked by 2 armed suspects
02 November 2010
A Matrix Recovery Service client phoned in at about 08:34 on the morning of 2 November, to report that she had just been hijacked by 2 armed suspects.
Recovered vehicle!
28 October 2010
On 28 October 2010, a Matrix Recovery Service client was returning home from work- as he had done so many times before. However, this time, as he turned into his yard in Pinetown Durban, two men with guns snuck in behind him.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
25 October 2010
On the 25th October 2010 at 07:38, a Matrix Recovery Service client called in to report that he had just been hijacked a couple of minutes ago.
One Suspect arrested
21 October 2010
On 21 October 2010 a Matrix Recovery Service client called in, in a complete state of shock.
2 Suspects Apprehended
19 October 2010
During the late morning on 19 October 2010, a Matrix Recovery Service client had his Toyota Hi Lux stolen, while in Brooklyn Pretoria.
Suspect apprehend during vehicle theft
14 October 2010
A Matrix Recovery Service client had his Nissan Sentra stolen in Duduza, Nigel on the morning of 14 October 2010.
1 Suspect arrested
13 October 2010
A Matrix Recovery Service client was hijacked in his Isuzu KB250 s/cab in Isando, Kempton Park.
Vehicle and children safely returned
10 October 2010
On 10 October, a Matrix Recovery Service client had his Hyundai H100 stolen in Natalspruit, Katlehong.
Vehicle recovered after house robbery
08 October 2010
A Matrix Recovery Service client was robbed of many of his possessions when thieves entered into his house on 8 October 2010.
1 Suspect apprehended during high speed chase
02 October 2010
A Matrix Recovery Service client called in to say that her vehicle had been stolen at the Beach Front, Durban. Matrix Recovery Service was requested to dispatch ground at 23:17.
Hijacked vehicle Recovered
01 October 2010
During the early hours of 1 October, a Matrix Recovery Service client called in to inform Matrix Recovery Service that his Nissan UD40 had just been hijacked in Daveyton, Benoni.
2 Suspects Apprehended
01 October 2010
A Matrix Recovery Service client called in at about 16:15 on 1 October to report that his vehicle had been stolen.
Another Vehicle Recovered
26 September 2010
A Matrix Recovery Service operator received a phone call from a Matrix Recovery Service client requesting the recovery of his vehicle.
Stolen Vehicle Recovered
23 September 2010
On 23 September, a Matrix Recovery Service client called in at around 09:09, reporting that his vehicle had been stolen.
An Opportunist’s Efforts Derailed
22 September 2010
On 22 September 2010 at about 06:33, a Matrix Recovery Service client called in to report that her Chevrolet Optra had just been stolen.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered
18 September 2010
A Matrix Recovery Service client called in around 12:33 reporting that her driver had just been hijacked while making a delivery.
Vehicle Recovered after House Robbery
17 September 2010
A Matrix Recovery Service client had his Mercedes C200 stolen, after his house in Krugersdorp was burgled.
One suspect Apprehended
16 September 2010
At 11:14 on 16 September 2010, a Matrix Recovery Service agent received a phone call from a client who had just had his Toyaota Fortuner taken during a house robbery in Benoni.
Hijacked Vehicle Returned Safely
09 September 2010
A Matrix Recovery Service client called in to report that he had been hijacked by 3 men, while driving his Toyota Hi-Ace.
Vehicle Stolen at Gun Point
08 September 2010
At 06:45 a Matrix Recovery Service agent received a phone call from a client who was calling to report that his driver has been hijacked in Walkerville 15 minutes earlier.
Hijacked Vehicle Returned Safely to Owner
07 September 2010
A Matrix Recovery Service client called in at about 06:20 on the morning of 7 September
One Suspect Apprehended
05 September 2010
A Matrix Recovery Service client called in at 05:38 on 5 September 2010 to report the hijacking of one of his vehicles.
Going Beyond the Call of Duty
02 September 2010
On 2 September 2010 a Matrix Recovery Service client called in to say that 3 of his vehicles had been taken during a house robbery in Lonehill, Sandton.
Hijacked vehicle recovered
01 September 2010
On 1 September 2010, a Matrix Recovery Service client phoned in to say that they had received a panic alarm from one of their vehicles and that the driver of that vehicle could not be contacted.
1 Suspect apprehended during vehicle theft.
30 August 2010
In the early hours of the morning on 31 August 2010, Matrix Recovery Service received a phone call from a client who was reporting the theft of his Hyundai H100.
2 Suspects arrested after hijacking
27 August 2010
A Matrix Recovery Service client received a phone call from a security guard to say that his wife had just been hijacked.
Vehicle recovered after house robbery.
25 August 2010
On 25 August 2010, Matrix Recovery Service received a phone call from an anxious client who called in to report a rather disturbing incident.
Hijacked Vehicle Safely Returned
23 August 2010
A Matrix Recovery Service customer called in to report that he had been hijacked at gun point in kaalfontein, Midrand.
Vehicle and other Stolen Items Recovered
22 August 2010
Matrix Recovery Service received a phone call from a rather concerned client at 11:27 on 22 August 2010.
Hijacked Truck Recovered
19 August 2010
t 13:30 on 19 August 2010, one of Matrix Recovery Service’s agents received a phone call from a client to say that he thought his truck had been hijacked
Another Suspect Successfully Apprehended during Vehicle Recovery
14 August 2010
On 14 August 2010 Matrix Recovery Service called one of their clients to inform him that an ATT Alarm was received from his Matrix fitted vehicle.
Vehicle Recovery leads to the Apprehension of 1 Suspect
12 August 2010
Matrix Recovery Service received a phone call from a client who called in to report the theft of their Nissan 1400 Bakkie.
3 Suspects Apprehended during Recovery
12 August 2010
On 12 August 2010, Matrix Recovery Service received a phone call from a client to say that their Mazda 323 had been stolen.
Another vehicle safely recovered!
10 August 2010
The client requested a recovery as he did not know where his Toyota Hi Ace was.
Panic Alarm leads to vehicle recovery
06 August 2010
The client requested a recovery as they received a panic alarm and no contact could be made with the driver of their Mercedes Sprinter.
3rd time lucky or superb service by Matrix Recovery Service
06 August 2010
On the evening of 6 August, an employee who works for MiX Telematics looked out of his home window to see that his vehicle had been stolen.
Panic Alarm Alerts Matrix Recovery Service of Hijacking
29 July 2010
Matrix Recovery Service received a panic alarm from a Mercedes Sprinter. The operator on duty immediately contacted the client who requested the recovery of their vehicle after no contact could be made with the driver.
1 Suspect Apprehended during Vehicle Recovery
28 July 2010
An Isuzu Truck was stolen in Midrand, Gauteng. The client called in to notify Matrix Recovery Service to which the Matrix Recovery team was immediately dispatched, while a lookout was placed with the Gauteng Flying Squad.
1 Suspect Arrested After Hijacking
27 July 2010
At noon on 27 July 2010, one of Matrix Recovery Service’s highly trained operators received a phone call from a much shaken customer.
High speed chase leads to recovered vehicle
26 July 2010
A Golf GTI was stolen in Bedfordview, East Rand. Matrix Recovery Service was requested to dispatch ground and air services while a lookout was placed within the SAPS.
Matrix Recovers Vehicle in a High Speed Chase and Shoot Out
26 July 2010
A VW Golf GTI was stolen in Bedfordview, East Rand on 26 July 2010. Matrix Recovery Service was requested to dispatch ground and air immediately while a lookout was placed within the SAPS.
Stolen vehicle during house robbery recovered
24 July 2010
A Bakkie was taken from the owners’ house during a house robbery in Villieria, Pretoria. The owner contacted Matrix Recovery Service, as soon as he could, to report the theft.
High speed chase results in arrested suspects
23 July 2010
On the morning of 23rd July 2010, a Toyota Fortuner was stolen in Fourways, Randburg North area.
One Suspect apprehended
21 July 2010
A Toyota Quantum was stolen in Dobsonville, Roodepoort South on Wednesday 21 July. Matrix Recovery Service was contacted after which, they dispatched their ground and air services immediately while a lookout was placed with the Gauteng Flying Squad.
Hijacked Freightliner recovered!
20 July 2010
A Freightliner Argosy was hijacked in Bronkhorstspruit during the evening of 20 July 2010. Matrix Recovery Service was notified and they immediately dispatched their ground and air while lookouts were placed with the SAPS
One suspect arrested
19 July 2010
Matrix Recovery Service received a phone call from a concerned customer who was reporting the theft of their Mercedes C180
One suspect apprehended while another stolen vehicle is recovered
13 July 2010
A vehicle was stolen in Delmas, Mpumalanga. Matrix Recovery Service was requested to dispatch ground and air at 13:58, while a lookout was placed with the Gauteng Flying Squad.
Vehicle recovered and one suspect apprehended after hijacking
12 July 2010
A vehicle was hijacked in Rockville, Soweto. Matrix Recovery Service was requested to dispatch ground and air at 09:39.
High speed pursuit resulted in recovered vehicle
07 July 2010
A Toyota Avanza was hijacked in Johannesburg CBD during the late evening hours on 7 July. The client immediately called Matrix Recovery Service to request the recovery of their vehicle.
Hijacked vehicle recovered in just 17 minutes!
04 July 2010
An Opel Corsa 2009 model was hijacked in Radiokop, Roodepoort on 4 July 2010. Matrix Recovery Service was requested to dispatch ground and air services to recover the vehicle, while a lookout was placed within the SAPS.
Hijacked vehicle recovered- all in a days work
03 July 2010
A vehicle was hijacked in North Mead, Benoni. Matrix Recovery Service was requested to dispatch while lookouts were placed with the SAPS. The vehicle was positioning in Kwa Thema, Springs.
Hijacked Vehicle Recovered in Jet Park, Boksburg
02 July 2010
On 2 July 2010 a Matrix Recovery Service customer became concerned as to the whereabouts of their vehicle, as both the driver and the vehicle had been missing for a day. Matrix Recovery Service was requested to dispatch, while a lookout was placed with the SAPS.
Suspect Arrested
02 July 2010
A Toyota Hi Ace was stolen from Richards Bay on 2 July 2010. Matrix Recovery Service was requested to retrieve the vehicle, while the SAPS were put on lookout.
Panic Button alarm leads to the retrieval of a Hijacked vehicle
01 July 2010
On the 1 July 2010 at 22:26, a Mercedes GL Class was hijacked in Krugersdorp, Gauteng. Unaware of the Hijacking, the owner of the vehicle received a call from Matrix Recovery Service to say that a panic alarm from the vehicle in question had been received.
Two Suspects Arrested, 1 vehicle Recovered
12 June 2010
A vehicle was stolen in Oakdene, Johannesburg. Matrix Recovery Service was requested to dispatch ground and air.
Matrix Recovery Service SOS Partner to the Rescue
12 June 2010
The client requested a recovery after they were notified of an impact alarm and was not able to get hold of the driver. Matrix Recovery Service was requested to dispatch.
Stolen Vehicle Recovered
11 June 2010
The client was notified of an AAT alarm. Upon investigation it was discovered that the vehicle had been stolen in Germiston. Matrix Recovery Service was requested to dispatch ground and air at 12:15.
3 Suspects Apprehended
11 June 2010
3 Suspects Apprehended
All stock recovered after hi-jacking
08 June 2010
A vehicle was hijacked in Khayelitsha, Cape Town. The client called in to request Matrix Recovery Service to retrieve the vehicle.
Vehicle Recovered after House Robbery
05 June 2010
On 5th June 2010 a house robbery in Brakpan took place. When the suspects left the scene of the crime they took with them a Jeep Cheeroke that belonged to the resident of the house.
Boss hijacked on his way to a meeting
10 May 2010
A client called in to say that her boss had been hijacked in Alexandra, Sandton. Matrix Recovery Service was requested to dispatch.
Successful vehicle recovery
09 May 2010
A vehicle was stolen in Northcliff, Randburg. Matrix Recovery Services was requested to dispatch ground and air at 15:34.
Another successful recovery
07 May 2010
The client phoned in at 11:42 and reported that his vehicle had been stolen from a building in Bramley, Sandton.
A hijacked vehicle recovered
07 May 2010
A client requested a recovery of their vehicle as when he phoned the driver there was someone else who kept picking up the calls and he would not allow him to speak to the driver.
Hijacked vehicle recovered.
04 May 2010
A hijacking took place in Randpark Ridge, Randburg on 4 May 2010 and Matrix Recovery Service was requested to dispatch immediately.
Vehicle stolen and recovered during house robbery
01 May 2010
A Mazda 3 was taken as a getaway car during a house robbery in Boksburg. The Matrix Recovery Services was requested to dispatch, while lookouts were placed within the SAPS.
Recovery made despite loss of communication with unit
01 May 2010
The client was contacted due to a panic alarm that was received by our National Operations Centre. After investigation it was discovered that the vehicle had been stolen while parked in the Johannesburg CBD area. The Matrix Recovery Services was requested to dispatch ground and air immediately.
3 Suspects arrested, during stolen vehicle recovery
01 May 2010
The MiX Telematics National Operations Centre was informed of a stolen vehicle and immediately dispatched the Matrix Recovery Services to recover the vehicle, while SAPS lookouts were placed on lookout.
Suspect vehicle recovered with hijacked vehicle by Matrix Recovery Services
09 April 2010
The MiX Telematics National Operations Center was informed that there was suspicion that a fleet vehicle was hijacked. The Matrix Recovery Services were dispatched to search for the vehicle and two suspects’ vehicles, a black BMW and a white VW Caddy.
Hidden vehicle still recovered by Matrix Recovery Services
09 April 2010
A clearly shaken customer called in to the MiX Telematics National Operations Centre and reported that he was just hijacked by three armed suspects in Mpetla, Soweto. The Matrix Recovery Services were immediately dispatched to recover the hijacked vehicle.
Missing vehicle quickly recovered by Matrix Recovery Services
07 April 2010
An early warning alarm was received from a vehicle and when checking with the owner of the vehicle if everything is in order, it was confirmed that the vehicle was stolen. The MiX Telematics National Operations Centre dispatched the Matrix Recovery Services to recover the vehicle.
Matrix Recovery Service finds stolen vehicle
06 April 2010
After visiting a school in Lenasia and upon leaving, the MiX Telematics customer realised the vehicle was stolen. The Matrix Recovery Services were dispatched by the National Operations Centre to recover the vehicle.
Fleet vehicle quickly recovered after hijacking by matrix Recovery Services
05 April 2010
When the fleet manager could not make contact with a driver and his assistant, he raised the alarm at the MiX Telematics National Operations Centre. The Matrix Recovery Services were dispatched to recover the vehicle.
Shots fired, car gone, but not for long as found by Matrix Recovery Services
04 April 2010
A frantic brother called into the MiX Telematics National Operations Centre to report his sister has just been hijacked in his other brother’s vehicle and shots were fired. All her belongings were left in the vehicle as she ran for her life to safety. The Matrix Recovery Services were immediately dispatched to recover the hijacked vehicle.
Rather safe than sorry, and vehicle found as well by Matrix Recovery Services
02 April 2010
The owner of a vehicle’s friend contacted him and said that his vehicle is not parked where he had left it anymore. The owner immediately contacted the MiX Telematics National Operations Centre and the Matrix Recovery Services were dispatched to recover the vehicle.
Hijacked vehicle quickly found by Matrix Recovery Service
02 April 2010
Two, or more, armed suspects approached a man in Lenasia and hijacked his vehicle. When calling the MiX Telematics National Operations Centre, he described the one suspect as wearing blue tracksuit and white shoes. The Matrix Recovery Services were immediately dispatched to recover the vehicle.
Matrix Recovery Services finds stolen vehicle
02 April 2010
After returning from fetching something at his girfriend’s house in Fairlands, a MiX Telematics customer realised that his vehicle had been stolen. He informed the National Operations Centre and the Matrix Recovery Services were immediately dispatched to recover the stolen vehicle.
Vehicle taken during house robbery, still found by Matrix Recovery Services
01 April 2010
The call was received that a vehicle was taken during a house robbery in Kew, Johannesburg. There were two confirmed suspects, but the MiX Telematics customer said that there could have been more as she only saw two suspects.
Damaged vehicle found by Matrix Recovery Services
01 April 2010
The alarm was raised at the MiX Telematics National Operations Centre that a vehicle was hijacked in Nigel, Gauteng. The Matrix Recovery Services jumped into action and started the recovery process.
Hijacked vehicle quickly found by Matrix Recovery Services
01 April 2010
The call was received that a fleet vehicle was hijacked in Mngqaqyi Hill, KwaZulu-Natal and the driver’s cell phone was taken. The MiX Telematics National Operations Centre immediately dispatched the Matrix Recovery Services to recover the hijacked vehicle.
Matrix Recovery Services finds hijacked vehicle very quickly
31 March 2010
The alarm was raised at the MiX Telematics National Operations Centre that a vehicle was hijacked at a residence in Katlehong and that the customer’s wife was taken with the vehicle. The Matrix Recovery Services were immediately dispatched.
Matrix Recovery Services found stolen vehicle
17 March 2010
A customer of MiX Telematics called in to state that his vehicle was stolen in Wonderboom South, Pretoria. The Matrix Recovery Services were dispatched as the position indicated the vehicle was in Mamelodi.
Stolen vehicle quickly recovered by Matrix Recovery Services
17 March 2010
A phone call came through to the MiX Telematics National Operations Centre that a vehicle was stolen in Florida. The Matrix Recovery Services were dispatched to recover the stolen vehicle.
Stolen vehicle found by Matrix Recovery Services
17 March 2010
When exiting a medical centre in Randpark Ridge, Randburg a customer from MiX Telematics discovered that her vehicle was stolen. The Matrix Recovery Services jumped into action to recover the vehicle.
Possible suspect and stolen goods found with stolen vehicle
17 March 2010
The MiX Telematics National Operations Centre received a call that a vehicle was stolen during the night from a private residence. The Matrix Recovery Services were dispatched to recover the stolen vehicle.
Vehicle recovered without alarm raised with Matrix Recovery Services
17 March 2010
While talking to a police officer, one of the Matrix Recovery Services teams heard the police was looking for a hijacked vehicle.
Stock and vehicle recovered by Matrix Recovery Services
17 March 2010
A customer of MiX Telematics made contact with the National Operations Centre to report that he was just hijacked in Tokoza. The Matrix Recovery Services were immediately dispatched to recover the hijacked vehicle.
Suspects drive off with the wrong vehicle, Matrix Recovery Services got the car back
16 March 2010
As a MiX Telematics customer came out of the doctor's room, she saw her vehicle being driven off by two suspects and a third following in VW Polo with a t-shirt covering the number plate of the vehicle. She immediately notified the National Operations Centre and the Matrix Recovery Services were dispatched.
Hijacked and damaged vehicle recovered by Matrix Recovery Services
15 March 2010
A customer called into the MiX Telematics National Operations Centre to confirm his vehicle was stolen while attending an auction in Alberton. The Matrix Recovery Services immediately began the recovery process.
Truck with valuable cargo found by Matrix Recovery Services
15 March 2010
A MiX Telematics customer called in the early morning hours to report that his driver has been hijacked last night by three suspects who tied up the driver and dropped the driver off in the bushes near Heidelberg. It was indicated that the vehicle was hijacked near Klippoortjie.
Vehicle taken in house robbery recovered by Matrix Recovery Services
13 March 2010
A security company called in after attending to a house robbery in Craighall Park, where the vehicle was filled with our customer's cell phones and valuables by one armed suspect. The Matrix Recovery Services jumped into action to recover the stolen vehicle.
Vehicle taken as getaway car recovered by Matrix Recovery Services
13 March 2010
The National Operations Centre of MiX Telematics received confirmation that a vehicle was taken after a burglary. The owner left his residence for a couple of hours and discovered the house ransacked and household goods and his vehicle gone.
Hijacked vehicle recovered in Alexandra by Matrix Recovery Services
13 March 2010
A customer of MiX Telematics called in to report he was hijacked by four suspects and two were armed in Northcliff, Johannesburg.
NoGo-Alarm saves the day as hijacked vehicle recovered by Matrix Recovery Services
13 March 2010
The MiX Telematics National Operations Centre received an NoGo-Zone alarm from a vehicle and when contacting the owner it was confirmed that the vehicle was taken after a burglary at a private residence.
Matrix Recovery Services recovers shopper's stolen vehicle
13 March 2010
An alarm was raised that a vehicle was stolen in Somerset West at a shopping centre. The MiX Telematics National Operations Centre immediately dispatched the Matrix Recovery Services to recover the stolen vehicle.
Vehicle recovered after long drive by thieves
13 March 2010
The MiX Telematics customer called in to report his vehicle stolen in Orlando, Soweto. The Matrix Recovery Services were dispatched to recover the vehicle.
Hijacked vehicle recovered in Durban by Matrix Recovery Services
12 March 2010
The call came through from Durban to the MiX Telematics National Operations Centre that a vehicle was hijacked.
Another successful recovery by Matrix Recovery Services
12 March 2010
The MiX Telematics National Operations Centre received a call that a vehicle was hijacked in Soshanguve. The Matrix Recovery Services were immediately dispatched to recover the hijacked vehicle.
Suspect got away after hijacking car, car recovered by Matrix Recovery Services
12 March 2010
A call came through on the hijack line of the MiX Telematics National Operations Centre that a vehicle was hijacked in Alexandra. There were not many details available.
Disgruntled employee did not get away with stolen truck, thanks to Matrix Recovery Services
12 March 2010
A fleet manager called in to the MiX Telematics National Operations Centre to report that one of their own drivers stole a truck.
Stolen vehicle quickly recovered by Matrix Recovery Services
12 March 2010
The National Operation Centre of MiX Telematics received a call from a customer who saw their vehicle stolen in Florida and the suspects were driving a red BMW.
Shop robber's car found by Matrix Recovery Services
12 March 2010
While in a shop, a customer of MiX Telematics was held hostage during a shop robbery and the six suspects use his vehicle to escape the scene of the robbery. He contacted the National Operations Centre who immediately dispatched the Matrix recovery Services in Durban.
Truck hijacked quickly recovered by Matrix Recovery Services
11 March 2010
An employee called into the MiX Telematics National Operations Centre to report that one of their trucks has been hijacked but not many details were available. The Matrix Recovery Services were immediately dispatched to recover the stolen truck.
Damaged hijacked vehicle quickly found by Matrix Recovery Services
11 March 2010
A customer of MiX Telematics called in to say that a vehicle was hijacked, but there were no more information available. The Matrix Recovery Services were immediately dispatched to recover the hijacked vehicle.
Stolen vehicle recovered by Matrix Recovery Services
10 March 2010
The National Operations Centre of MiX Telematics received a call that a vehicle was stolen from a parking lot in Pretoria. The position of the vehicle indicated that it was in Soshanguve. The Matrix Recovery Services were immediately dispatched to recover the stolen vehicle.
Business robbed and stolen vehicle recovered by Matrix Recovery Services
10 March 2010
A customer of MiX Telematics called into the National Operations Centre to report that his business was broken into in the Roodeplaat dam area. The keys to the vehicle were taken, and the three suspects drove off with the vehicle, followed by a BMW.
Stolen vehicle from housebreak-in recovered by Matrix Recovery Services
10 March 2010
Mix Telematics received a call that a vehicle was stolen from private premises. The MiX Telematics National Operations Centre immediately dispatched the Matrix Recovery Services. Upon further investigation it was confirmed that the house was broken into as well.
Two arrested after vehicle stolen during the night
10 March 2010
The National Operations Centre of MiX Telematics received a call that a vehicle was stolen out of private premises after the vehicle was parked at midnight. The Matrix Recovery Services were immediately dispatched to recover the stolen vehicle.
Hijacked vehicle recovered by Matrix Recovery Services
08 March 2010
A MiX Telematics customer called into the National Operations Centre to report a hijacking in Lenasia. He was hijacked by four suspects driving a white Nissan Centra. The Matrix Recovery Services were dispatched to recover the hijacked vehicle.
Matrix Recovery Services quickly recover another stolen vehicle
08 March 2010
When one of MiX Telematics' customers exited the Pick and Pay in Kelvin after shopping, he noticed his vehicle was missing. The Matrix Recovery Services were immediately dispatched to recover the stolen vehicle.
Fleet report saves the day as stolen vehicle recovered by Matrix Recovery Services
07 March 2010
A fleet customer called in to state that on his reports the vehicle was positioning in an area where it is not supposed to be. The Matrix Recovery Services were dispatched by the MiX Telematics National Operations Centre. The vehicle was supposed to be in Mpumalanga and was positioning in Volksrust.
Hijacked and towed vehicle still recovered by Matrix Recovery Services
07 March 2010
A customer called into the MiX Telematics National Operations Centre to report that a vehicle was hijacked in the early hours of the morning. The driver was safe and was at the Germiston police station giving the police the information. The vehicle was hijacked in Benrose, Johannesburg. The Matrix Recovery Services were immediately dispatched to recover the hijacked vehicle.
Keys stolen and then vehicle stolen, but recovered by Matrix Recovery Services
07 March 2010
The MiX Telematics National Operations Centre received a call from a customer to report a stolen vehicle. She was sitting at a restaurant in Bellevue East, Johannesburg, and her wallet and keys were stolen.
Stolen vehicle recovered a couple of blocks away by Matrix Recovery Services
06 March 2010
A customer of MiX Telematics called into the National Operations Centre to report a vehicle stolen in Pretoria central business district. The Matrix Recovery Services were immediately dispatched to recover the stolen vehicle.
MiX Telematics recovers stolen vehicle transporting stolen goods in SA
02 March 2010
Two armed hijackers who stole a truck with over R300 000 worth of good in a township in Gauteng, South Africa, were apprehended by MiX Telematics’ Matrix Recovery Services after a dramatic car chase.
Hijacked vehicle recovered in the bushes by Matrix Recovery Services
11 January 2010
In the early morning hours a customer of Matrix Vehicle Tracking contacted the National Operations Centre and confirmed that he was hijacked in Nelspruit. The Matrix Recovery Services teams were dispatched to recovery the hijacked vehicle.
Stolen fuel tanker and horse quickly recovered by Matrix Recovery Services
09 January 2010
The Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre that one of their vehicles was stolen from the depot. It was also confirmed that the vehicle was last seen on the R59 road towards Meyerton.
Vehicle stolen from business premises recovered by Matrix Recovery Services
09 January 2010
A corporate customer called into the Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre to report one of his vehicles was stolen from his business premises in Benoni. The suspects broke a lock on the gate and removed the vehicle from the yard.
Matrix Recovery Services saves the day by recovering stolen vehicle hidden in underground parking lot
08 January 2010
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer called into the National Operations Centre to report that a vehicle was stolen from a dealership. The suspects broke a glass door to gain access to the premises and drove through the glass display panel.
Cargo and vehicle recovered by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
07 January 2010
A corporate customer of Matrix Vehicle Tracking called in to report that a driver has been hijacked at the gate of a business premises in Newlands West. As he arrived for the delivery, three armed suspects was waiting for him, as they appeared out of nowhere and took the vehicle with a load of steel.
Hijacked vehicle quickly recovered by a Matrix Vehicle Tracking recovery team
07 January 2010
A customer of Matrix Vehicle Tracking called into the National Operations Centre to report that he was hijacked while busy trying to park his vehicle as his home in Morningside, Sandton by three armed suspects.
GeoLoc alarm saves the day when vehicle moved without authorisation
06 January 2010
A GeoLoc violation came through to the Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre indicating that a vehicle was moved from its locked GPS co-ordinates in Lenasia. The agent contacted the owner of the vehicle who confirmed that the vehicle was not there anymore so it had been stolen. He was not sure when the vehicle disappeared. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre dispatched the recovery teams to recover the stolen vehicle.
Suspect house robber found with stolen vehicle by Matrix Vehicle Tracking in Sasolburg
04 January 2010
A friend of one of Matrix Vehicle Tracking’s customer called in to confirm that the vehicle of the Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer was stolen. The National Operations Centre of Matrix Vehicle Tracking confirmed with the owner of the vehicle who confirmed the vehicle was taken during a house break in while on vacation.
Corporate vehicle quickly found by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
02 January 2010
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking corporate customer called in to report that his driver informed him the vehicle was stolen with the keys from a Sasol filling station in Meadowlands, Zone 6, Soweto. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking recovery teams jumped into action to start the recovery process.
Early warning from Matrix Vehicle Tracking saves the day with recovery
01 January 2010
The Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre contacted a customer when an early warning alarm was received from a vehicle fitted with a Matrix Vehicle Tracking unit.
Vehicle gone missing in the night found by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
01 January 2010
A customer called into the Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre and reported that a vehicle was stolen during the course of the night in Orange Farm, Johannesburg. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking recovery teams were dispatched for the recovery.
Vehicle taken during house robbery quickly recovered by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
06 December 2009
During a house robbery in Kew, Johannesburg a vehicle fitted with a Matrix Vehicle Tracking unit was taken. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre dispatched the recovery team to recover the vehicle.
Vehicle hijacked in Bronkhorstspruit quickly recovered by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
06 December 2009
A commercial customer of Matrix Vehicle Tracking called into the National Operations Centre to report that his driver has been hijacked by two armed men in Bronkhorstspruit.
Stolen vehicle recovered by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
05 December 2009
As a customer from Matrix Vehicle Tracking returned to where his vehicle was parked at the President Hyper Mall in Krugersdorp, he noticed that the vehicle has disspareared. The alarm was raised at the Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre and the recovery teams were dispatched.
Matrix Vehicle Tracking recovers a vehicle hijacked in Mamelodi
05 December 2009
A call came into the Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre that a vehicle was hijacked between 3:00 and 4:00 in the early morning hours in Mritini Park in Mamelodi. As the driver was leaving Mritini Park two guys showed up at the gate, drew fire arms and ordered the driver out of the vehicle. The two men drove off with the hijacked vehicle.
Vehicle quickly recovered with one suspect
23 November 2009
A driver of a corporate vehicle was parked outside a Fruit and Veg City in Fourways, Sandton. When he returned the vehicle has disappeared from where it was parked. The driver immediately contacted the Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre to report the theft of the vehicle.
Hijacked vehicle recovered by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
22 November 2009
A customer of Matrix Vehicle Tracking called in to report a vehicle hijacked in Halfway House, Midrand. During the call the cell phone cut out and the customer could not be contacted again. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking recovery teams were immediately dispatched to start the recovery process of the hijacked vehicle.
Matrix Vehicle Tracking recovers another hijacked vehicle
21 November 2009
The message was relayed by a corporate customer of Matrix Vehicle Tracking that his driver has just been hijacked in Boneoro Park and that the information surrounding the incident was very limited.
Stolen vehicle quickly recovered
21 November 2009
A vehicle parked in Melville, Johannesburg was stolen. The owner of the vehicle returned to where the vehicle was parked and noticed the vehicle was gone. He immediately raised the alarm to start the recovery process by contacting the SAPS as well as the Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre to dispatch the recovery teams.
Stolen vehicle quickly found by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
20 November 2009
In the early morning hours a truck parked at a drivers house in Umlazi, Durban for the night was pushed out of the premises and stolen. Once the theft was discovered the driver of the vehicle reported the theft of the truck. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre immediately dispatched the recovery teams to recover the truck.
Hijacked vehicle recovered
19 November 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer called in to the National Operations Centre to report a hijacking incident in Centurion, Pretoria. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking recovery teams jumped into action to recover the hijacked vehicle.
Vehicle taken during a house robbery recovered by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
18 November 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer called into the National Operations Centre to report a house robbery in Midvaal. He stated that the suspects were driving in a white BMW and left with his vehicle as well. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking recovery teams were immediately dispatched to recover the stolen vehicle.
Hijacked vehicle recovered by Matrix
17 November 2009
The driver of a corporate customer of Matrix Vehicle Tracking called in to report a vehicle hijacked in Benoni. The National Operations Centre dispatched the recovery teams to recover the vehicle.
A broken clutch does not stop a Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer
17 November 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking corporate customer made contact with the Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations centre stating that their vehicle required roadside assistance due to the clutch which was not damaged.
Roadside Assistance after a Crash Alert for a Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer
16 November 2009
On the 16th of November 2009, a Matrix Vehicle Tracking corporate customer received a call from our National Operations Centre regarding a Crash Alert alarm received. The agents were advised that they will do a follow up.
Stolen vehicle recovered by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
15 November 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer called in to report that a vehicle was stolen the previous night. The recovery teams were dispatched to search for the vehicle.
A mechanical breakdown does not stop Matrix Vehicle Tracking customers
13 November 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking corporate customer received a call from their driver stating that their vehicle kept on cutting out and cannot start. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre dispatched Roadside Assistance to the exact GPS co-ordinates of the vehicle.
Suspect arrested after he stole a vehicle
05 November 2009
In the early morning hours a customer of Matrix Vehicle Tracking called in to report a vehicle has been stolen the previous night in Lenasia, but they only realised it in the early morning hours. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking recovery teams were dispatched to recover the vehicle.
Quick recovery of commercial vehicle by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
29 October 2009
The Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre received phone call stating that a commercial vehicle was hijacked by three suspects driving a black Golf without any registration plates.
Hijackers got only keys as vehicle quickly recovered
29 October 2009
One of Matrix Vehicle Tracking’s corporate customers called in to report a commercial vehicle was hijacked in Eshowe, Kwa Zulu Natal. The recovery teams were immediately dispatched to find and recover the hijacked vehicle.
Stolen vehicle disappeared quickly, found just a quickly
29 October 2009
The Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre received a call that a vehicle was stolen when the driver stepped into a shop and returned a minute later, the vehicle was gone.
Suspect arrested after hijacking a vehicle fitted with a Matrix Vehicle Tracking unit
28 October 2009
A call came through to the Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre that a commercial vehicle was hijacked and the driver wounded. The recovery teams were immediately dispatched to recover the vehicle.
Three arrested after hijacking
25 October 2009
While the driver of a vehicle entered a petrol station at Rabie Ridge to buy airtime for his cell phone, the three passengers who were supposed to full up the vehicle took off with the vehicle.
Vehicle taken in house robbery recovered by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
25 October 2009
A call was received by the Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre that a vehicle was taken during a house robbery. The teams were dispatched to search for the vehicle which was taken from the house in Alexandra.
Vehicle stolen from dealership recovered by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
24 October 2009
While at a dealership in Bramley Park, Sandton, to be sold, a Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer’s vehicle was stolen. As soon as the incident was reported, the recovery teams were dispatched by the Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre to recover the vehicle.
Two arrested after hijacking
23 October 2009
Two armed men driving with a white Conquest hijacked a Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer in Roodebult, Brakpan. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking recovery teams were immediately dispatched to recovery the hijacked vehicle.
Motorcycle recovered that was fitted with a fleet management system
23 October 2009
A corporate customer called in to the Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations centre to report a motorcycle fitted with a fleet management unit has been hijacked in Cleveland Johannesburg. The recovery teams were immediately dispatched.
Stolen out of school parking, but found by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
22 October 2009
The Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre received a call from a customer stating that a vehicle was stolen from a school parking lot in Amanzimtoti, Natal. The recovery teams were dispatched to recover the stolen vehicle.
Matrix Vehicle Tracking
07 October 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking corporate customer received a call from their driver stating that the vehicle kept on cutting out when turning the key in the ignition. The vehicle was parked at a security complex on Barbara Road, Isando.
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking
05 October 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking corporate customer received a call from their driver stating that the vehicle had no power.
Incident: 29 September 2009 – Roadside
29 September 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking corporate customer received notification that a vehicle needed Roadside Assistance due to vehicle having no power. They were stranded next to the R24 Highway towards the Edenvale off ramp.
Incident: 29 September 2009
29 September 2009
A corporate customer of Matrix Vehicle Tracking received a call stating that there has been a mechanical breakdown and vehicle would have to be moved for repairs.
Incident: 29 September 2009 – Roadside Assistance
29 September 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking corporate customer contacted the National Operations Centre regarding a vehicle with a problem that needed Roadside Assistance
Hijacked vehicle quickly recovered
10 September 2009
While opening the gate to her house, four armed men pointed a gun at a Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer and hijacked her in Emoyeni, Tembisa. The customer called the Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre to report the incident.
One suspect found with hijacked vehicle by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
07 September 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer called into the National Operations Centre to confirm that her son was just hijacked in Elspark, Germiston. There were three hijackers, two took her son’s vehicle while the third was in a getaway vehicle which was a bottle green Toyota Corolla.
Truck recovered even if suspects managed to get away due to ‘street smart’ driver
06 September 2009
As a corporate customer of Matrix Vehicle Tracking was speaking to one of his drivers, he became suspicious of the behaviour of the driver and then realised the driver was in the middle of a hijacking. The driver kept on saying that his braked locked due to one of the air pipes being cut or disconnected and then cuts the call. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre immediately dispatched the recovery teams and ensured they know they might be dealing with a possible situation where the driver could be still in danger.
Delayed report of hijacking incident but vehicle still found
05 September 2009
Early in the evening a Matrix Vehicle Tracking’s customer’s son was hijacked in Dobsonville. She immediately contacted the National Operations Centre when she heard of the incident. It was confirmed by the Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre that the hijacking actually took place in Braamfischerville, Soweto at 7:00 in the morning. He stated that he was dropped off somewhere in Standerton, and he had to make his way back.
Surprise hijacking end in vehicle still found by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
05 September 2009
As a Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer walked to his parked vehicle, someone put a gun to his head and then hit him over the head. They drove off with his vehicle and another vehicle so he was not sure how many suspects were involved in the incident. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking recovery teams were dispatched to search for the hijacked vehicle.
Vehicle recovered even with difficult access to the position of the vehicle
04 September 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer called into the National Operations Centre and confirmed that a vehicle was hijacked in Umkomaas, Durban. The only information provided was that the incident happened and the vehicle details. The matrix Vehicle Tracking recovery teams were immediately dispatched to search for the vehicle.
Quick recovery by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
04 September 2009
During a house robbery in Vosloosrus, suspects helped themselves to personal belongings of a Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer and then made off with his car. As soon as the National Operations Centre was informed, the recovery teams were dispatched to search for the vehicle.
Another excellent recovery by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
02 September 2009
Three armed suspects hijacked a vehicle in Atteridgeville and a friend got a hold of the Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre to report the incident. The National Operations Centre had to confirm the hijacking incident with the customer and within seconds the recovery teams were dispatched.
Mother and son hijacked, vehicle promptly recovered
02 September 2009
While entering her driveway two armed men approached a Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer in Kew, Johannesburg. She surrendered the vehicle to them and got her son out of the vehicle. Her husband reported the hijacking to the Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre and the recovery teams were immediately dispatched.
Hard-working driver not stopped by robbers, found by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
02 September 2009
The Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre was informed that a corporate customer’s truck was hijacked and they could not make contact with the driver of the truck. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking recovery teams were dispatched to search for the truck in Tafelsig, Cape Town.
House robbers lost their vehicle and stolen goods as Matrix Vehicle Tracking moves in and recovers the vehicle
01 September 2009
During a house robbery in De Heuwel, Pretoria a vehicle fitted with a Matrix Vehicle Tracking unit was stolen by six armed men. They loaded the vehicle with a laptop, DVD player and also took a wallet and jewellery. The customer let the Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre know to initiate the search for the vehicle.
Hijacked truck recovered in Richards Bay by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
01 September 2009
A truck was reported to the Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre as hijacked in Makwnzini. The recovery teams were dispatched to search for the vehicle fitted with the Matrix Vehicle Tracking unit.
Hijacked vehicle quickly recovered
31 August 2009
As the Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer drove into her driveway in Alexandra, Sandton, she was hijacked by four men who took the vehicle and her cell phone. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre dispatched the recovery teams to search for the vehicle.
Hijacked vehicle quickly recovered in Bloemfontein
31 August 2009
The Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre received a call to inform them that a vehicle was hijacked in Bloemfontein by three armed men. The signal from the vehicle indicated that it was on the highway as the Matrix Vehicle Tracking recovery teams were dispatched. The customer confirmed that he was with the driver of the hijacked vehicle and he was not injured.
Unauthorised movement ensures that a generator is recovered by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
30 August 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer was called from the National Operations Centre with a GeoLoc violation. GeoLoc enables you to lock the co-ordinates of your vehicle and any unauthorised movement sets off an alarm.
Man forced to hand over car keys, vehicle still found by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
29 August 2009
As a Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer checked on his vehicle he found six guys at his vehicle. They proceeded to beat him up and demanded the keys of the vehicle from him. He was left with no choice as they left with the vehicle. He informed the Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operation Centre to start the recovery after the incident in Midrand
Matrix Vehicle Tracking is watching all hours, every day …
29 August 2009
A vehicle that was not supposed to move over weekends was reported as stolen after the unit indicated via an alarm that it was moving over the weekend. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre was notified and the recovery teams were dispatched from Richards Bay.
Stolen vehicle quickly recovered in Pretoria
28 August 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer called into the National Operations Centre to report that his son’s vehicle was either stolen or hijacked in Soshanguve. He was not sure what happened but his son called seconds earlier to ask his dad to report the vehicle for recovery.
Truck disappeared, but was recovered by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
28 August 2009
An employee had parked his vehicle next to one of the company’s trucks. When returning to his vehicle, he noticed that the truck had disappeared and upon investigation, no-one knew what happened to the truck.
The Matrix Vehicle Tracking recovery teams do more than just recover vehicles, they look after the injured as well
28 August 2009
The Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre was informed that a vehicle was hijacked on the Fouways road towards Brits. It was reported that the hijackers drove over the driver of the vehicle as they drove off with the hijacked vehicle.
Hijacked vehicle quickly found by Matrix Vehicle Tracking in PE
27 August 2009
As the Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer left the premises of one of his customers, a group of people stopped him and demanded the keys to the vehicle. The vehicle was taken off the customer in Swartkops, Port Elizabeth.
Locked in a bedroom after a house robbery does not stop Matrix Vehicle Tracking from recovering the stolen vehicle
26 August 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer called the National Operations Centre to report that his vehicle was taken during a house robbery. Three armed men robbed him in his house and locked him in a room before taking the vehicle.
Quick thieves did not get to keep the vehicle due to Matrix Vehicle Tracking
26 August 2009
While dropping off a delivery in Eloff Street, Johannesburg, it took just minutes to steal the vehicle. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre dispatched the recovery teams immediately to recover the stolen vehicle.
MiX Telematics Africa named Best Employer
25 August 2009
MiX Telematics Africa is one of the recipients of 2009/2010 Best Employers Awards.
Stolen vehicle recovered due to GeoLoc from Matrix Vehicle Tracking
25 August 2009
A GeoLoc alarm received from a Matrix Vehicle Tracking unit ensures that the stolen vehicle was recovered. GeoLoc is one of the features that adds to enhanced security and personal safety and was developed by Matrix Vehicle Tracking, the technological leader in the market.
Keeping track of thieves
24 August 2009
Financial Mail reports on new technologies that are helping vehicle security companies even the fight against increasingly determined and sophisticated theft syndicates.
Another satisfied customer after a stranded vehicle was towed through Matrix Vehicle Tracking
24 August 2009
The Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre received a call from a corporate customer stating that their vehicle’s engine keeps on cutting out when trying to start the vehicle. The customer requested arrangements to be made for Roadside Assistance for the stranded vehicle.
House robbers did not get away with the vehicle due to Matrix Vehicle Tracking
24 August 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer called the National Operations Centre to report that his vehicle has been hijacked during a house robbery as his home by four armed men. The incident happened in Nigel.
House robbers did not get away with the vehicle due to Matrix Vehicle Tracking
24 August 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer called the National Operations Centre to report that his vehicle has been hijacked during a house robbery as his home by four armed men. The incident happened in Nigel.
Hiding under a tree still gets suspects arrested by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
22 August 2009
What started out as a Matrix Vehicle Tracking not being able to contact a driver ended in a successful recovery of a stolen vehicle. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre started out just monitoring the vehicle and on the confirmation of the customer the recovery teams were dispatched.
Stranded Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer hijacked, car recovered
22 August 2009
The customer called in to inform the Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre that his driver has been hijacked in Diepsloot as he was waiting for friends to arrive with petrol. The hijackers attacked him and took off with the vehicle.
Stolen vehicle successfully recovered by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
22 August 2009
A worried Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer called the Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre to report his vehicle has been stolen in Mayfair. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking recovery teams were dispatched and the signal from the Matrix Vehicle Tracking unit indicated that the vehicle was being driven around in Soweto.
Hiding under a tree still gets suspects arrested by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
22 August 2009
What started out as a Matrix Vehicle Tracking not being able to contact a driver ended in a successful recovery of a stolen vehicle. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre started out just monitoring the vehicle and on the confirmation of the customer the recovery teams were dispatched.
Stranded Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer hijacked, car recovered
22 August 2009
The customer called in to inform the Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre that his driver has been hijacked in Diepsloot as he was waiting for friends to arrive with petrol. The hijackers attacked him and took off with the vehicle.
Matrix Vehicle Tracking saved the day again by ensuring a stranded vehicle is towed for repair
21 August 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking corporate customer received a call from their driver on a Friday afternoon stating that their vehicle had no power. Arrangements were made to have the vehicle towed the following day for repairs.
House breaking and hijacking end up in arrest for suspects due to Matrix Vehicle Tracking unit
21 August 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer called in to say his vehicle has been taken. His house alarm was activated and upon investigation he found four to five armed men around his vehicle. They attacked him with bricks and tied him up in the house after they forced him to admit he lives alone. He only reported it after he could get out of his house and made contact with the SAPS.
Smoking vehicle saved by Matrix Vehicle Tracking’s quick assistance
18 August 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking corporate customer received a call from their driver stating that smoke was coming out their panama. The driver was at the Engine 1-Stop fuel station to have the water checked. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre jumped into action and dispatched Roadside Assistance.
Lucky break for vehicle owners
18 August 2009
It was the pro-active thinking of the Matrix Vehicle Tracking ground recovery team that saw the recovery of two stolen vehicles in Bryanston last night, the first being a Hyundai with a Matrix Vehicle Tracking unit installed and the other a VW Polo Avis rental car, without a tracking unit installed.
Two suspects shot in high speed chase
18 August 2009
After a high speed chase with suspects and Matrix Vehicle Tracking’s recovery teams last night, a shoot out between SAPS and robbery suspects in Pretoria has left one suspect dead and another wounded.
Matrix Vehicle Tracking is looking out for their customers by ensuring they don’t stay stranded next to the road
17 August 2009
The Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre received an alarm from a corporate customers’ vehicle. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking operators responded promptly and were advised that the customer’s driver confirmed that his vehicle kept on cutting out and required a tow truck.
Driver saved from being stranded next to the road through the night by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
16 August 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking corporate customer received a call from their driver stating that they were driving on the R513 Road towards Cullinan when the vehicle started over-revving. The driver pulled over and when he tried starting the vehicle again, there were no power
Incident: 5 August 2009
14 August 2009
The Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre received a call from a corporate customer advising that they cannot get hold of their driver after an impact alarm was received.
Incident: 2 August 2009 – MVA
14 August 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking corporate customer received a call stating a fleet vehicle have been involved in an accident.
Incident: 1 August 2009
14 August 2009
The Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre received an impact alarm from a corporate customer’s vehicle and responded immediately
Cargo scam uncovered when recovering stolen vehicle
14 August 2009
An internal cargo scam was unwittingly uncovered by Matrix Vehicle Tracking when they responded to a call for a Foton combi that had been hijacked in Dobsonville, Soweto by four armed men last night.
Stranded truck quickly removed
12 August 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking corporate customer received a call from their driver stating that the vehicle had been broken into in the early hours of the night. It was confirmed that the steering wheel was broken and the ignition was damaged. The vehicle was parked of in Diepkloof, Soweto when the incident occurred.
Gun battle close to kruger national park leaves one suspect dead
11 August 2009
One member of a suspected hijacking syndicate in Mpumalanga was killed last night and other suspect potentially injured when SAPS and Matrix Vehicle Tracking followed a hijacked bakkie that was on the way to cross the border via the Kruger Park.
Incident: Accident
23 July 2009
The Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre received an impact alarm from a corporate customers' vehicle
Incident: Roadside Assistance
23 July 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking corporate customer received a call from their driver stating that the fuel pump of the vehicle is not in working order and need to get it repaired.
Incident: Roadside Assistance
21 July 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking corporate customer received a call from their driver stating that the vehicle had an engine failure, and requested Roadside Assistance
INCIDENT 3: 10 JUNE 2009
21 July 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking corporate customer received a call from their driver informing them that the drive shaft of their vehicle had broken.
INCIDENT 2: 10 JUNE 2009
21 July 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking corporate customer received a call from their driver stating that the vehicle’s clutch plate has broken.
INCIDENT: 10 JUNE 2009
21 July 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking corporate customer received a call from their customer stating that the vehicle was involved in an accident and required roadside assistance
Incident: 12 June 2009
21 July 2009
The Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre received an impact alarm from the vehicle and tried to contact the customer for confirmation on the impact alarm.
Delayed notice of theft does not stop Matrix Vehicle Tracking
01 July 2009
A vehicle fitted with a Matrix Vehicle Tracking unit was stolen from panelbeaters. Long after the theft, the owner reported the vehicle stolen to Matrix Vehicle Tracking. The recovery teams were immediately dispatched to search for the vehicle.
Taking a joy ride can get you arrested by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
01 July 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer that was out of the country was notified by his son that his vehicle was stolen. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre was immediately notified that the vehicle was stolen and the recovery teams were dispatched.
Five hijackers did not get away with a vehicle fitted with a Matrix Vehicle Tracking unit
23 June 2009
Five armed men hijacked a Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer in the driveway in Alexandra, Sandton. As soon as the customer could, he raised the alarm with Matrix Vehicle Tracking. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking recovery teams were dispatched to search for the vehicle.
Badly stripped vehicle still recovered by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
20 June 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer called the National Operations Centre to report a vehicle was stolen in central Krugersdorp. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking recovery teams started the search for the vehicle. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking unit in the vehicle indicated that it was moving through Roodepoort into Dobsonville in Soweto and to Jabavu.
Hijacked vehicle recovered with one suspect that claimed he bought the vehicle
19 June 2009
One of Matrix Vehicle Tracking's customers contacted the National Operations Centre to report that a vehicle was hijacked in Mabopane and that the driver of the vehicle has been admitted to hospital. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking recovery teams jumped into action and started the search to recover the vehicle.
Hijacked vehicle found in record time
19 June 2009
The Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer called in to the National Operations Centre and reported a hijacking by two armed men in Illovo, South coast near Amamzimtoti. The recovery teams started the search as the vehicle first positioned in Mabopane. The recovery team followed the signal as the vehicle moved.
Hijacked vehicle found and shot driver rescued by Matrix Vehicle Tracking
18 June 2009
The Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre was informed that a fleet customer's driver reported that the driver was hijacked in the Brits area. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking recovery teams were dispatched to recover the vehicle.
Vehicle recovered successfully by Matrix Vehicle Tracking after a house-robbery
18 June 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer informed the National Operations Centre that a vehicle, laptop, computer box, sunglasses, gold watch, men's clothing and cell phones were taken during a house robbery in Brakpan. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking recovery teams were immediately dispatched.
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05 June 2009
Being the most technological advanced company in the vehicle tracking industry, the Matrix Vehicle Tracking MX3 sets the standard.
INCIDENT: 03 JUNE 2009
03 June 2009
The Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre received and alarm and made contact with the customer regarding a Power Down alarm received. The Matrix Vehicle Tracking corporate customer received a call from their customer stating that the engine of the vehicle was on fire. This message was relayed to the Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre.
INCIDENT: 03 JUNE 2009
03 June 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer made contact with the National Operations Centre to advise that his son was using his vehicle. The son was driving on the N1 freeway north when the vehicle’s clutch cable snapped.
INCIDENT: 01 JUNE 2009
01 June 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer drove on the N4 Highway when the driver had a breakdown.
INCIDENT: 27 MAY 2009
27 May 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer drove on Tshipo Street in Soweto when the Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer approached an intersection. A taxi came from the left-hand side and collided with the vehicle fitted with a Matrix Vehicle Tracking unit.
INCIDENT: 25 MAY 2009
25 May 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer and daughter drove on Dann Road in Kempton Park on the way to a doctor as the child was feeling ill.
Matrix Vehicle Tracking’s Roadside Assistance always there for you
12 May 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer advised that a driver was driving the vehicle when the driver collided with a vehicle travelling in front of him on the N4 Highway towards Pretoria.
3 Suspects arrested after hijacking during a house robbery
11 May 2009
The alarm came through to the Matrix Vehicle Tracking National Operations Centre that a vehicle was taken during a house robbery in Boksburg.
Matrix Vehicle Tracking’s Roadside Assistance always there for you
11 May 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer was driving on the N1 Highway in Johannesburg when his vehicle’s clutch cable snapped.
Matrix Vehicle Tracking’s Crash Alert yet again saves the day for a customer
10 May 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer was unfortunate to have lost control over the vehicle during an incident whilst driving on Grey Avenue in Johannesburg.
14 Suspects arrested after hijacking of truck fitted with a Matrix Vehicle Tracking unit
08 May 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking fleet customer advised that the driver contacted him and told the owner of the vehicle that he was hijacked.
Matrix Vehicle Tracking recovers a badly stripped vehicle and arrest suspect
20 April 2009
A Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer and his passenger was hijacked in Soshanguve, Pretoria. The driver and the passenger was taken with the vehicle and driven to Lanseria where the Matrix Vehicle Tracking customer and his passenger were dropped off after being beaten by the hijackers.
