Authorities have recovered a luxury vehicle that was stolen from the family of Prime Minister Donald Tusk after an intensive police operation, though the perpetrators remain at large.
The theft occurred overnight between September 9 and 10, when a Lexus RX 450h, privately owned by Tusk’s family, was taken from a location in Sopot. The high-end hybrid SUV, valued at up to 150,000 Polish złoty, disappeared in the dark early hours, prompting a rapid response from local police.
Law enforcement officials from the Pomorskie region wasted no time in their efforts, swiftly securing video footage from surveillance cameras in the area. Officers also gathered physical evidence and interviewed individuals who might have had information about the incident. Within just a few hours, the coordinated actions yielded results: the stolen vehicle was found abandoned.
According to unofficial information cited by local media, the Lexus was discovered in the Gdańsk Karczemki district, specifically on Jaśminowy Stok street. This area, characterized by low-density residential housing, is situated approximately 20 kilometers from the Tusk household in Sopot. Investigators believe the thieves left the car in this discreet location in hopes of avoiding detection.
“The investigation is ongoing. Officers from the Investigations Division of the Regional Headquarters in Gdańsk are leading the proceedings while simultaneously working to establish the identity and apprehend those responsible for the crime,” authorities stated in a public update Thursday.
The recovery of the vehicle offers glimmers of hope to the Tusk family and highlights the effectiveness of the Pomorskie police, but officials warn that significant work remains until the suspects are found and brought to justice. The case has drawn widespread attention, given the high profile of the victim and the sophistication involved in the car’s disappearance.
The incident reignites concerns surrounding the safety of prominent public figures and their families, as well as the ability of organized criminals to operate even in well-monitored, affluent neighborhoods. Security experts have noted that high-value hybrid vehicles, such as the Lexus RX 450h, are frequent targets due to their desirability and resale value.
While the investigation continues, authorities urge anyone with information about the theft or suspicious activity in the vicinity of Gdańsk Karczemki during the night of the incident to contact local police. The Tusk family has not issued a public statement following the recovery of their stolen car, and officials have emphasized that all angles, including possible motives and connections, are being explored.
Police pledge to provide updates as new details emerge and remain confident that ongoing efforts will soon yield further breakthroughs in the case.
